Cincinnati Reds vs. Houston Astros - September 04, 2024

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Teams

Astros logo, Astros 75-64, 1 0, 2 1, 3 0, 4 0, 5 0, 6 3, 7 1, 8 0, 9 0, R 5, H 9, E 2

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Reds logo, Reds 67-73, 1 9, 2 0, 3 1, 4 0, 5 2, 6 0, 7 0, 8 0, 9 0, R 12, H 14, E 1

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Pitching

WinnerN. Martinez (7-6)

LoserS. Arrighetti (7-12)

SaveB. Suter (1)

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Bot 1Ty France singles to shallow left field. TJ Friedl scores.

Bot 1TJ Friedl doubles to deep center field. Elly De La Cruz scores.

Bot 1Jonathan India homers to center field.

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The Mariners walk off the Astros in the 10th! The Astros remain tied with the Rangers at the top of the AL West at 78-80, but hold the tiebreaker.

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Ben Rice 2nd HR Ties AL Lead👑

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Astros clearly learned their lesson one year after wilting in playoff chaseDespite another season rife with injuries, this year's team refuses to die.

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Elly De La Cruz on the cusp of statistical history as Reds take on BravesCan he cross the 30/30 threshold before season’s end?

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