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Astros Smash Five Homers in 13-3 Rout of Athletics

Ending Oakland’s four-game streak, the win extended Houston’s run of victories to six in seven games.

Houston Astros' Cam Smith celebrates his second solo home run of the game against the Athletics during the fourth inning of a baseball game Tuesday, June 17, 2025, in West Sacramento, Calif. (AP Photo/Scott Marshall)
Cam Smith led the way with two homers as part of a four-hit game as the Houston Astros shellacked Athletics pitching to even their series at a game apiece.
Athletics pitcher Hogan Harris pitches to a Houston Astros batter during the sixth inning of a baseball game Tuesday, June 17, 2025, in West Sacramento, Calif. (AP Photo/Scott Marshall)
Houston Astros' Cam Smith (11) gestures after rounding third base after hitting a solo home run against the Athletics during the second inning of a baseball game Tuesday, June 17, 2025, in West Sacramento, Calif. (AP Photo/Scott Marshall)

Overview

  • Cam Smith amassed a four-hit night with two homers and three RBIs.
  • Debuting in Houston, Jason Alexander threw six-plus innings, allowing three runs and striking out four.
  • The Astros evened the four-game series at Sutter Health Park following Monday’s walk-off defeat.
  • Houston bucked its season-low bases-loaded numbers by converting two loaded situations into multi-run hits.
  • Joe Espada said Lance McCullers Jr. is expected to resume throwing off flat ground by week’s end and Chas McCormick may face live batting practice later this week.