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Astros Rally Late to Defeat Rangers 6-3, Snapping Texas’ Six-Game Win Streak

Houston's six-run seventh inning, highlighted by Christian Walker's three-run homer, evened the series and showcased the Astros' bullpen strength.

Astros first baseman Christian Walker celebrates after his three-run home run with teammate Jose Altuve during the seventh inning of Friday's win over the Rangers in Arlington.
Houston Astros' Cam Smith hits a single that scored teammates Jake Meyers during the seventh inning of a baseball game against the Texas Rangers, Friday, May 16, 2025, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/LM Otero)
Houston Astros' Christian Walker hits a home run during the seventh inning of a baseball game against the Texas Rangers, Friday, May 16, 2025, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/LM Otero)
Houston Astros starting pitcher Lance McCullers Jr. (43) looks to first baseman Christian Walker, right, after the third out of the third inning of a baseball game against the Texas Rangers, Friday, May 16, 2025, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/LM Otero)

Overview

  • Christian Walker's three-run home run capped a six-run seventh inning, propelling the Astros to a 6-3 victory over the Rangers.
  • Isaac Paredes delivered a clutch two-run single earlier in the seventh to give Houston its first lead of the game at 3-2.
  • The Astros' bullpen combined for five innings of one-run ball, retiring 15 of the final 16 Rangers batters to secure the win.
  • Lance McCullers Jr. allowed two unearned runs over four innings in his third start of the season, showing improvement after recent struggles.
  • Texas starter Nathan Eovaldi pitched 5 2/3 scoreless innings, lowering his ERA to 1.61, but the Rangers' bullpen faltered late.