Phillies Lose 1-0 to Astros Despite Ranger Suarez Quality Start

Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Ranger Suarez delivered an outstanding performance against the Houston Astros, pitching 7.2 innings and allowing only one run on four hits with seven strikeouts. His only mistake came late in the game on an 84 mph cutter to Cooper Hummel, who hit a solo home run in the eighth inning, accounting for the game's only run in a 1-0 Astros victory. Suarez has been highly consistent this season, achieving nine quality starts in his first ten outings, and has allowed multiple runs only once in his last 61 innings. Despite Suarez's strong pitching and excellent defensive plays, the Phillies' offense struggled against Astros lefty Framber Valdez, who limited the team to just four hits and no runs over seven scoreless innings. Phillies manager Rob Thomson praised Suarez's performance and defensive contributions, though he lamented the team's inability to capitalize on scoring opportunities, going 0-for-7 with runners in scoring position. The game underscored the Phillies' continued offensive challenges against Valdez, who has dominated them in multiple previous matchups.