Decisive Moment
The game remained tied until the final frame, when Cam Smith provided the decisive blow for Houston. Smith launched a 421-foot home run to center field in the ninth inning, breaking the deadlock and securing a 2-1 win for the visiting Astros.
Scoring Summary
The contest began with offensive activity in the second inning. Trammell doubled to right field, allowing Walker to cross the plate and give Houston an early 1-0 lead. The Phillies responded in the fifth inning when Stott grounded into a fielder's choice to shortstop. This play allowed Arraez to score, tying the game at 1-1 while Bohm was thrown out at third base.
The score remained level through eight innings of pitching. In the top of the ninth, Smith’s solo home run provided the only runs needed for Houston to take the lead. The final score stood at 2-1.
Pitching Performances
Houston started with Cristian Javier, who pitched six innings. He allowed three hits and one earned run while striking out five batters and walking one. Bennett Sousa followed with a perfect inning, recording no hits, walks, or strikeouts in his one-inning outing. Bryan Abreu entered next and worked one scoreless inning, striking out three batters to earn the win, improving his record to 6-3.
