Angels Defeat Astros 9-1 Behind O'Hoppe Two Home Runs

The Los Angeles Angels defeated the Houston Astros 9-1 at Angel Stadium, powered by strong pitching from José Soriano and two home runs by Logan O’Hoppe. Soriano pitched 6⅔ innings, allowing only one run, striking out 10, and continuing a stretch of excellent performances with just two runs allowed in his last three starts. O’Hoppe hit his 15th and 16th home runs of the season, ending a home run drought and driving in four runs. Luis Rengifo also contributed with a two-run homer, and the Angels’ offense was bolstered by timely hitting from Zach Neto, Nolan Schanuel, and Taylor Ward. The Astros struggled offensively, managing only three hits and one run, with rookie Brandon Walter taking the loss after allowing seven runs in six innings. This victory was a decisive blowout and marked the Angels’ first win by more than five runs since early April, signaling a strong overall performance after a recent offensive slump.