Overview

• Cam Smith hit two home runs and drove in four runs, propelling the Astros to a 6-4 victory over the Padres.
• Smith's three-run homer in the second inning gave Houston the lead, followed by a solo shot in the fourth to extend it.
• At 22 years, 55 days old, Smith is the youngest Astro to record a two-homer game since Yordan Álvarez in 2019.
• Fellow rookie Ryan Gusto pitched five innings, allowing two runs to secure the win, while Josh Hader earned his fifth save with a perfect ninth inning.
• The Astros' win highlights their developmental success, as Smith's rapid rise from 2024 first-round pick to MLB contributor continues to impress.