The Houston Astros defeated the Texas Rangers 5-2 at Daikin Park on September 17, 2025. Cristian Javier secured the win for the Astros, improving his record to 1-3. The Astros’ record is now 83-69, placing them second in the AL West.

Key performances included Jose Altuve’s home run and two RBIs and Jeremy Peña’s home run. Jacob deGrom, who took the loss for the Rangers, allowed five runs in five innings. The Rangers’ record now stands at 79-73, holding third place in the AL West.

The Astros started strong, scoring two runs in the first inning. The Rangers responded in the second inning with two runs of their own, tying the game. In the third inning, the Astros took the lead again with another two runs, making it 4-2. By the fifth inning, the Astros added one more run to their tally. The Rangers could not score after the second inning, and the Astros won the game 5-2. Cristian Javier pitched six innings and took the win for the Astros. Jacob deGrom pitched five innings for the Rangers and was credited with the loss.

Cristian Javier played a big role for the Astros on the mound. He pitched 6 innings, giving up 2 runs on 5 hits and striking out 4 batters. His performance helped the Astros secure the win, improving his season record to 1-3.

On the offensive side, José Altuve and Jeremy Peña stood out for the Astros. Altuve hit a home run and drove in 2 runs. Peña also hit a home run, added a double, and scored twice, contributing to the team’s 5-2 victory.

Jacob deGrom took the loss for the Rangers. In his 5 innings, he allowed 5 runs on 6 hits and struck out 6. Despite his efforts, the Astros’ early runs were too much for the Rangers to overcome.

What’s Next

The Astros’ win over the Rangers improves their record to 83-69. They are currently in 2nd place in the West. This victory helps them maintain their position as they aim for the top spot. The Rangers, with a record of 79-73, remain in 3rd place in the West. This game was important for them to close the gap. However, the loss makes their path to advancing more challenging.

The Texas Rangers will start a new series against the Miami Marlins. The first game is on Friday, September 19, 2025, at Globe Life Field. The game begins at 8:05 PM.

The Houston Astros will begin a new series against the Seattle Mariners. This game is scheduled for Friday, September 19, 2025, at Daikin Park. The first pitch is set for 8:10 PM.

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