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Astros Edge Royals 4–3 with Peña's Clutch Performance and Bullpen Strength

Jeremy Peña’s go-ahead RBI in the eighth and a resilient bullpen secured Houston’s series-clinching victory in Kansas City.

Houston Astros third baseman Isaac Paredes (15) pounds his glove on the dirt before an MLB baseball game at Daikin Park in Houston, Wednesday, May 14, 2025.
Houston’s Jose Altuve (27) crosses a Houston Astros logo on a tarp before an MLB baseball game at Daikin Park in Houston, Wednesday, May 14, 2025.
Houston Astros left fielder Jose Altuve (27) fields a fly ball during warmups before an MLB baseball game at Daikin Park in Houston, Wednesday, May 14, 2025.
Houston Astros shortstop Jeremy Peña (3) reacts after his throw to first baseman Christian Walker to get out Kansas City Royals Drew Waters is wide in the second inning of an MLB baseball game at Daikin Park in Houston, Wednesday, May 14, 2025.

Overview

  • Jeremy Peña delivered a season-high four hits, including the go-ahead RBI single in the eighth inning, continuing his strong performance as the Astros' leadoff hitter.
  • Mauricio Dubón contributed two doubles, with his eighth-inning hit tying the game and setting the stage for Peña’s decisive single.
  • Houston’s bullpen combined for 4 ⅔ innings of one-hit ball, striking out seven, with Josh Hader earning his 10th save in a scoreless ninth inning.
  • Rookie Colton Gordon made his major league debut, allowing three runs across 4 ⅓ innings while managing to limit further damage despite frequent traffic on the bases.
  • The Astros leave Kansas City with a series win, improved lineup balance, and rotation depth adjustments ahead of their upcoming road games in Texas.