Astros Rally Late to Defeat Athletics 6-3, Avoid Sweep
Jon Singleton's clutch RBI single in the eighth inning lifts Houston past Oakland, ending a three-game losing streak.
- Jon Singleton delivered a go-ahead RBI single in the eighth inning, capping a three-hit game for the Astros.
- Jason Heyward hit his first home run as an Astro, giving Houston an early 2-0 lead.
- Framber Valdez pitched 6 1/3 innings, allowing one run on five hits, while striking out six.
- Brent Rooker tied the game at 2-all with a solo homer in the eighth inning for the Athletics.
- Jake Meyers and Mauricio Dubón added insurance runs in the eighth to secure the victory for Houston.