The Houston Astros salvaged a 5-3 victory over the Cleveland Guardians in an intense 10-inning battle, with key late-game heroics. Trailing 3-1 into the seventh, the Astros' bullpen faltered as José Ramírez hit a game-tying home run, but Houston responded in the 10th. Isaac Paredes delivered a clutch two-run single, marking the Astros' first hit since the sixth inning. Houston's bullpen, shorthanded but effective, managed to secure the win despite a challenging outing from starter Hunter Brown, who walked five batters but still recorded nine strikeouts.

The Guardians struggled offensively, stranding 11 runners while only managing 1-for-10 with runners in scoring position. Houston's Bennett Sousa earned his first save despite concluding the game under pressure. The Astros' Jeremy Peña extended his hitting streak to 13 games with a crucial infield single. With a series of close calls and tight plays culminating in the Astros' late-game execution, the victory showcased their depth and determination despite a lackluster overall offensive performance.