Houston steamrolled the Yankees 7-1 to close the series, fueled by a six-inning, one-hit gem from Jason Alexander that highlighted the Astros’ pitching depth. Jose Altuve kicked off a big night with a homer and joined an exclusive club, while Cam Smith delivered a clutch two-run double and Carlos Correa added late insurance. Mauricio Dubón and Ramón Urías supplied RBI support as Houston ran away in the later innings.

Altuve’s milestone turn—250 homers and 250 stolen bases—puts him in rare company, linking power and speed in a way few players ever have. The performance underscored Houston’s balance: a dominant start from Alexander, a timely offensive flurry, and continued versatile contributions from Dubón and Urías. For New York, the loss extends a rough run in the series, leaving the Yankees to regroup after another tough afternoon in Houston.

As the Astros improve to 66-52, the win reinforces their ability to win with a mix of breakout pitching and timely offense. The night was a reminder that Houston can beat you in multiple ways, and the roster depth often translates into fantasy upside across categories, especially in points leagues that prize stolen bases, homers, and run production.