Astros Rally to Defeat Dodgers with Late Heroics
- Alex Bregman hit a thrilling walk-off home run in the ninth inning, leading the Houston Astros to a 7-6 victory over the Los Angeles Dodgers.
- This dramatic win came after Los Angeles star Shohei Ohtani hit his 32nd home run, which was the leading home-run count in the National League.
- The game highlighted the competitive spirit of both teams and showcased Bregman's remarkable performance.
HOUSTON (AP) — In a thrilling comeback, the Houston Astros edged the Los Angeles Dodgers 7-6 on Saturday night, thanks to a dramatic game-ending home run by Alex Bregman. The blast off reliever Blake Treinen soared over the left-field train tracks, capping a remarkable turnaround for the Astros, who had been trailing 5-0 in the sixth inning and 6-4 in the eighth. Bregman expressed his excitement, noting the joy it brought to his teammates in the dugout. The Astros' resilience was on full display as they rallied in the late innings. Yainer Diaz sparked the comeback with a triple off Daniel Hudson, followed by key RBI singles from Jeremy Peña and Jon Singleton. Houston manager Joe Espada praised the team's unity and composure, highlighting the significance of such a victory in the context of the season. The win marked the Astros' third consecutive victory and their 22nd in the last 33 games. The Dodgers had initially taken control of the game, with Gavin Lux and Teoscar Hernández contributing RBI singles in the fifth inning, and Cavan Biggio hitting a home run in the eighth. Despite the loss, Dodgers manager Dave Roberts acknowledged the competitive nature of the game and the opportunities missed by his team. In injury news, Dodgers pitcher Walker Buehler is recovering from right hip inflammation, while Astros pitcher Justin Verlander is dealing with neck discomfort but made progress in a bullpen session.