Rockies Edge Astros 7-6 to Avoid Season Sweep in Colorado

The Houston Astros and Colorado Rockies have been engaged in a closely contested series, with the Astros taking two of the first three games. The Rockies secured a dramatic 7-6 victory in the latest game at Coors Field, capitalizing on key hits in crucial moments despite a late Astros rally. Earlier in the series, the Astros won 6-5 and 5-3, showcasing resilience despite injury setbacks to key players like Jeremy Pena and Yordan Alvarez. Offensively, Houston's Cam Smith and Jose Altuve have been pivotal, while Colorado's Thairo Estrada and Victor Caratini delivered significant contributions, including a grand slam by Caratini. Pitching performances have been mixed, with Astros starter Brandon Walter struggling in the latest game and bullpen efforts keeping games competitive. Despite ongoing injuries and challenges, the Astros remain strong in their division, leveraging both offensive and pitching strengths to maintain their lead.