Astros Rally for 11-9 Comeback Victory Over Angels

Carlos Correa and Isaac Paredes spark 8-run 6th inning to power Houston's comeback

Mar. 29, 2026 at 2:48am

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The Houston Astros overcame an early 6-0 deficit with an 8-run sixth inning, fueled by key hits from Carlos Correa and Isaac Paredes, to defeat the Los Angeles Angels 11-9 on Saturday night.

Why it matters

The Astros' dramatic comeback win showcases their offensive firepower and resilience, as they were able to erase a sizable deficit against a division rival. This result could have implications for the AL West standings and playoff race later in the season.

The details

Trailing 6-4 in the sixth, the Astros exploded for 8 runs, with Correa and Paredes driving in 2 runs each. Houston tagged Angels reliever Walbert Ureña for 6 runs on 4 hits to take an 11-6 lead. The Astros' 8-run outburst was their biggest single-inning scoring output since July 2024.

  • The Astros trailed 6-0 in the 5th inning.
  • Houston scored 8 runs in the 6th inning to take an 11-6 lead.

The players

Carlos Correa

Astros shortstop who drove in 2 runs during the 6th inning rally.

Isaac Paredes

Astros third baseman who also drove in 2 runs in the 6th inning comeback.

Walbert Ureña

Angels relief pitcher who gave up 6 runs in the 6th inning.

Reid Detmers

Angels starting pitcher who gave up 3 runs over 4.2 innings.

Kai-Wei Teng

Astros pitcher who earned the win in his MLB debut, pitching 2.1 scoreless innings.

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What they’re saying

“We never give up, no matter the score. That's the kind of team we are - we fight until the last out.”

— Carlos Correa, Astros Shortstop

What’s next

The four-game series concludes on Sunday, with Astros rookie Tatsuya Imai making his MLB debut against Angels pitcher Jack Kochanowicz.

The takeaway

The Astros' dramatic comeback win showcases their offensive firepower and resilience, as they were able to erase a sizable deficit against a division rival. This result could have major implications for the AL West standings and playoff race later in the season.