The Houston Astros secured a thrilling 10-9 victory over the Cleveland Guardians in extra innings on Tuesday night, thanks to a clutch two-run homer by pinch-hitter Victor Caratini in the 10th inning. This victory marked the Astros’ season-high three-game winning streak, following their successful two-game series sweep over the Rockies in Mexico City over the weekend.

Trailing 9-8 in the 10th inning, the Astros faced a tense moment when pinch-hitter David Fry delivered an RBI double off Josh Hader. However, Caratini’s heroics with his homer off Hunter Gaddis turned the game in favor of Houston.

Manager Joe Espada made a bold decision to extend Hader’s outing to two innings, a rare move for the pitcher who hadn’t pitched more than three outs in a regular-season game since 2020. Hader’s stellar performance in the ninth and 10th innings proved crucial in securing the win for the Astros.

Cleveland put up a strong fight, with notable performances including Josh Naylor’s three-run homer, Andrés Giménez’s first homer of the season, and Estevan Florial’s game-tying three-run homer in the sixth inning. Despite their comeback efforts, the Guardians fell short against the Astros’ offensive firepower.

On the Astros’ side, Alex Bregman and Jon Singleton contributed with key home runs, while Joey Loperfido made an impact with two RBIs in his major league debut. Despite their current last-place standing in the AL West, the Astros remain determined to turn their season around and continue fighting for victories.

The game showcased the resilience and competitive spirit of both teams, with the Astros ultimately emerging victorious in a hard-fought battle. The win not only extended their winning streak but also highlighted the team’s determination to overcome challenges and strive for success in the season ahead.