Overview

• Yainer Díaz hit his first career grand slam, marking the Astros' first since September 2023, during a pivotal six-run fifth inning.
• Díaz recorded a career-high five RBIs, contributing significantly to Houston's season-high 14-run performance.
• Rookie Cam Smith hit his first career home run and added an RBI double, bolstering the Astros' offensive surge.
• Pitcher Ronel Blanco secured his first win of the season, allowing two runs over five innings with seven strikeouts.
• The Astros' back-to-back explosive innings featured 20 batters and 10 runs, redefining the team's momentum in the series opener.