US EditionDiaz's Walk-Off Home Run Sinks Rays, 2-1
- On Friday night, the Houston Astros defeated the Tampa Bay Rays 2-1 in Houston with a walk-off home run by Yainer Diaz in the ninth inning.
- The Rays took an early lead after Jose Caballero hit a solo home run on Framber Valdez’s second pitch in the first inning, tying the game 1-1 entering the ninth.
- Astros starter Framber Valdez pitched a complete game three-hitter, striking out nine and retiring 12 consecutive batters, while Diaz’s homer came on a 98 mph sinker with two outs.
- Valdez improved to 5-4 after needing just 83 pitches, and Garrett Cleavinger took the loss with his record falling to 0-1 despite striking out Jose Altuve and Christian Walker.
- The win marked Houston’s fifth victory in six games, moving them into first place in the AL West and demonstrating resilience with 17 come-from-behind wins this season.
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Chicago Tribune
Díaz's Home Run Gives Astros a 2-1 Win over Rays After Valdez's Three-Hit Gem
HOUSTON (AP) — Yainer Díaz connected a home run with two outs in the ninth inning and Framber Valdez launched a three-stop game to lead the Houston Astros to a 2-1 victory over the Tampa Bay Rays on Friday night. The board was tied 1-1 when entering the ninth inning. Garrettt Cleavinger (0-1) struck out Venezuelan José Altenido and Christian Walker before Dominican Diaz sent a 98 mph synker to the right garden stands, unleashing a wild celebrati…
Jackson Progress-Argus
Yainer Diaz slams walk-off homer as Astros edge Rays
Yainer Diaz socked an opposite-field, walk-off home run with two outs in the ninth inning to lift the Houston Astros to a 2-1 victory over the visiting Tampa Bay Rays on Friday.
WellandTribune.ca
The Hamilton SpectatorYainer Diaz’s walkoff home run backs Framber Valez’s three-hitter as Astros beat Rays 2-1
HOUSTON (AP) — Yainer Diaz homered with two outs in the ninth inning and Framber Valdez pitched a three-hitter to lead the Houston Astros to a 2-1 win over the Tampa Bay Rays on Friday night.
Framber Valdez dominates with complete game as Yainier Diaz delivers walk-off for Astros victory
A Night of Milestones and Magic at Minute Maid Park In an electrifying display of skill and determination, the Houston Astros clinched a narrow victory over the Tampa Bay Rays with a final score of 2-1. This win was not just another notch in their belt but a testament to the exceptional performances that colored the night, particularly from Yainier Diaz and Framber Valdez. The Astros’ triumph further solidified their position at the top of the A…
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