Overview

• Jason Alexander allowed just one hit over six scoreless innings with three strikeouts to earn the series‐clinching win.
• Jose Altuve’s first‐inning solo shot was the 250th home run of his career, reinforcing his veteran impact in Houston’s lineup.
• Max Fried yielded four runs and eight hits in five innings, extending his second‐half ERA surge to 6.00 over his last 36 frames.
• New York’s offense produced only one run on a Ryan McMahon sacrifice fly in the seventh, sealing the Yankees’ third straight series loss.
• Manager Aaron Boone was ejected in the third inning after disputing a called strike, spotlighting mounting frustration in the Bronx.