Paredes, Peña Homers Lift Astros Past Marlins 5-3

Turning Point

The Houston Astros seized control of their Wednesday matchup against the Miami Marlins in the fifth inning, exploding for three runs to break a tight contest. The momentum shifted when Paredes launched a 388-foot home run to left field, a blast that drove in both Peña and Alvarez.

This single swing turned a 2-1 deficit into a 5-1 advantage, effectively sealing the outcome before the final innings.

Scoring Summary

The Marlins had started strong, taking an early lead in the first inning. Peña connected for a 405-foot home run to left center, giving Miami a 1-0 edge. However, the call on the field was overturned upon review, though the run stood.

Houston responded in the second inning when Spence doubled to right field, allowing Wade Jr. to score and putting Walker in scoring position, making it 2-1 for the visitors.

Stowers extended the Marlins' lead to 3-1 in the fifth with a double to center field that brought Lopez home. But the Astros' offense immediately answered with the three-run homer from Paredes. Later in the game, Mack added another home run in the seventh, hitting a 435-foot shot to right center that scored Sanoja, making the final margin 5-3.

Pitching Performance

Tatsuya Imai was the standout pitcher for Houston, earning the win with six innings of work. He struck out eight batters while allowing four hits and one earned run. His performance was supported by the bullpen, where AJ Blubaugh pitched one inning, allowing two earned runs on three hits and striking out three.

Bennett Sousa pitched a scoreless inning for the save opportunity, and Josh Hader closed the game with a perfect frame, recording his 11th save of the season.

For Miami, Tyler Phillips took the loss after pitching 4.1 innings. He allowed five hits and two earned runs while striking out two. Tyler Zuber contributed 0.2 innings, allowing two more earned runs. Ryan Gusto pitched two scoreless innings with two strikeouts, and Zach Brzykcy closed out the Marlins' effort with one hitless inning.

Final Details

The game was played at Daikin Park in Houston, Texas, in front of 28,748 spectators. The victory improved the Houston Astros' record to 49-54, while the Miami Marlins fell to 52-50.

Sources

https://www.espn.com/mlb/game/_/gameId/401816209