Astros Beat Marlins 8-2 to Snap Miami Five-Game Win Streak

The Houston Astros defeated the Miami Marlins 8-2 at loanDepot Park, fueled by a five-run fourth inning and strong pitching from Jason Alexander, who threw six scoreless innings with six strikeouts. The Marlins struggled offensively despite having a solid batting average, with starter Sandy Alcantara giving up six runs on nine hits during a tough fourth inning. Alexander's effective use of sinkers and changeups helped him secure his second win of the season, while Jeremy Peña contributed two doubles to the Astros' offensive output. The Marlins have been on a five-game winning streak and maintain a competitive position in the NL East, largely due to their pitching, though their offense ranks lower in converting hits to runs. The Astros, leading the AL West, entered the game on a three-game losing streak but have a strong batting lineup, including Jeremy Peña and Jose Altuve, and a pitching staff that leads the league in strikeouts. Both teams showed distinct strengths and weaknesses, with Houston capitalizing on timely hitting and effective pitching to overcome Miami's recent hot streak.