Tonight, the Astros grasped for runs like a drowning man gasps for his last breath of air. The seven runs they scored in the first three innings equalled their total production in the last six games combined. The Astros are still alive with a beating heart, after all.

The Houston Astros have confirmed the signing of veteran closer Craig Kimbrel, strengthening their bullpen as they head toward the MLB postseason. The move comes after Josh Hader was sidelined with a shoulder injury, leaving Bryan Abreu to step into the closer role.

El dominicano Jeremy Peña y Christian Walker dispararon sendos vuelacercas de tres carreras y los Astros de Houston derrotaron el viernes 10-7 a los

The Houston Astros jumped out to a quick start against the Baltimore Orioles thanks to Jeremy Peña, who made a fan's night with one swing.

The Astros hit a pair of home runs in a 7-2 win over the Orioles.

Astros: Jason Alexander (3-1, 4.74 ERA, 1.33 WHIP, 35 strikeouts); Orioles: Brandon Young (1-6, 5.68 ERA, 1.49 WHIP, 46 strikeouts) BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Orioles -112, Astros -107; over/under is 9 runs BOTTOM LINE: The Houston Astros look to end their four-game skid with a victory over the Baltimore Orioles.

Six days ago, Brandon Young nearly pitched a perfect game against the Houston Astros. Thursday, he allowed seven runs and left with an injury. In the sixth inning, Young took an awkward step as he sprinted toward first base while covering the bag on a ground ball.