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Astros Secure Narrow 8-7 Win Over Yankees, Boost AL West Lead
The Houston Astros narrowly defeated the New York Yankees 8-7, overcoming a late ninth-inning rally to secure the win. Jeremy Pena contributed significantly with a home run, two RBIs, and a .306 batting average this season, while Yordan Alvarez helped the offense rebound with a 4-for-5 performance. The Astros' victory, combined with losses by the Seattle Mariners and Texas Rangers, cut their magic number to clinch the AL West to 19 and their magic number for a playoff berth to 17. Houston aims for its eighth AL West title in nine seasons as it prepares for critical upcoming games against the Yankees and Rangers, with the postseason race still competitive. The win showcased Houston's resilience and depth, including key bullpen efforts to close out the game despite challenges. This series of events highlights the intensity of the AL West race and the Astros' pursuit of continued success.


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