Astros Secure Eighth Straight Win Over Rays

The Houston Astros have extended their winning streak to eight games, clinching a 2-1 victory over the Tampa Bay Rays in extra innings. Mauricio Dubón's go-ahead single in the 10th inning and Josh Hader's two scoreless innings secured the win. The Astros are now leading the AL West by two-and-a-half games. Houston was hitless until Jeremy Peña homered in the fifth inning, while starting pitcher Ronel Blanco delivered six scoreless innings. Tampa Bay has struggled offensively, losing seven of their last nine games. Framber Valdez also contributed significantly earlier in the series, improving to 7-0 in his last nine starts with a strong 5 2/3 innings outing.