Power Surge in the Second Frame
The Houston Astros generated significant momentum in the second inning, overcoming an early deficit with a barrage of home runs. Miami Marlins starter Janson Junk struggled to contain the Houston lineup, allowing six earned runs in just four innings. The turning point arrived when Yordan Peña launched a four-run home run to right field, measuring 340 feet.
This blast extended the Astros' lead and shifted the game's trajectory, as he drove in runs for Yuli Gurriel, J.T. Realmuto, and Kyle Tucker.
Before Peña’s homer, the Marlins had taken a 2-0 lead on a two-run shot by Jasson Domínguez to right field. However, the Astros quickly answered. Alex Bregman hit a solo home run to right-center field, followed by a two-run homer from Jeremy Peña to right. The combined power display erased Miami’s early advantage and put Houston ahead 6-2 heading into the middle innings.
Pitching Struggles Define Early Go
Miami’s starting pitcher, Janson Junk, took the loss, improving his record to 4-6. He allowed five hits and six earned runs while striking out three batters. Relief pitcher Lake Bachar entered the game but gave up an earned run in his single inning of work.
Dax Fulton pitched three innings, allowing one earned run and striking out four, but the damage had already been done. The Marlins’ bullpen could not stem the tide as Houston’s offense continued to pile on runs.
