In a pivotal game, the Houston Astros showcased their resilience with a 7-3 victory over the Miami Marlins. Each starter contributed with at least one hit, including home runs from Jose Altuve and Yainer Diaz. The Astros’ pitching strategy involved using AJ Blubaugh as a bulk-innings pitcher, who proved effective in his second major league appearance, allowing only two runs over five innings. Houston's offense was aggressive, particularly against Cal Quantrill, capitalizing on early opportunities and stretching their lead with crucial hits. The Astros' strong bullpen performance, featuring Bryan Abreu and Josh Hader, capped off the win, marking a solid rebound after a disappointing series against Boston.