Astros Salvage Finale Against Athletics

Yainer Diaz #21 of the Houston Astros congratulates Josh Hader #71 after the game against the Oakland Athletics at Minute Maid Park on September 12, 2024 in Houston, Texas.

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The Astros salvaged their series finale against the Athletics after earning a 6-3 victory at Minute Maid Park. Ryan Pressly was credited with the win after striking out two batters and allowing one run over an inning of relief. Jason Heyward went one for three with a two-run blast for his seventh home run of the season. The Astros snapped a three-game losing streak and remain atop the AL West at 78-and-68. They travel to play the Los Angeles Angels tonight. Left-hander Yusei Kikuchi is scheduled to start opposite LA southpaw Samuel Aldegheri.