The Houston Astros continue their strong season with significant victories, maintaining a solid lead in the AL West as they position themselves for playoff contention.

Shay Whitcomb hit his first major-league home run, a significant moment that may signal his offensive potential in the big leagues.

Hunter Brown achieved his 13th quality start of the season, limiting the Rockies to two runs over six innings, showcasing his dominance with an ERA of 1.82.

Jose Altuve's two-run single propelled the Astros to victory and marked a significant milestone, surpassing Jeff Bagwell for second on the franchise's all-time hits list with 2,315 hits.

Jose Altuve surpassed Jeff Bagwell for second-most career hits in Astros history, achieving his 2,315th hit and now trails only Craig Biggio. His historic two-run single off Jake Bird signifies his pivotal role in the team and showcases his offensive consistency.