Houston, TX.
In a dominant demonstration by Ronel Blanco and the offensive power of Yainer Díaz, the Houston Astros defeated the Cincinnati Reds with a score of 6-0 this Sunday at Daikin Park. With this victory, the Astros secured the series 2-1 and surpassed the .500 mark for the first time this season, finishing with a record of 20-19.
White Shone on the Mound
Ronel Blanco (3-3) had a memorable performance, registering his best outing in the Major Leagues. He pitched eight scoreless innings, allowing only two hits, giving up one walk and striking out 11 batters, his highest number in a game.
The Dominican Republic started the game with four consecutive strikeouts and retired 13 of the first 14 batters they faced, establishing control of the game from the start.
Astros’ Decisive Offensive
The Astros’ offense responded early. In the third inning, Yainer Díaz hit a three-run home run, driven in by a double from Isaac Paredes and an infield hit by Christian Walker. Díaz’s hit traveled 392 feet to left field, giving the Astros a crucial lead.
Walker also contributed a sacrifice fly in the fourth inning and a two-run single with the bases loaded in the sixth, solidifying the final score.
¡La primera actuación de 10 ponches en la carrera de Ronel Blanco!
Sunday’s victory represented the second shutout of the series for the Astros, who also dominated the Reds without allowing runs on Friday.
The team continues to show positive signs, with the rotation finding stability and key players like Diaz and Walker performing in important moments. Blanco, for his part, continues to demonstrate his worth as a starter, dispelling doubts about his role in the team.
