Astros Rally Past Angels in High-Scoring Affair

Houston overcomes early deficit to defeat Los Angeles 11-9 in series opener

Mar. 29, 2026 at 2:35am

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In a back-and-forth game between the Houston Astros and Los Angeles Angels, the Astros rallied from an early deficit to defeat the Angels 11-9. The game featured 20 total hits and 11 runs scored by the Astros, led by multi-hit performances from Jose Altuve, Yordan Alvarez, and Chas McCormick.

Why it matters

This win keeps the Astros in the hunt for the AL West division title, as they look to make another deep playoff run. The loss is a setback for the Angels, who are trying to stay in the wild card race in the crowded American League.

The details

The Angels jumped out to an early 3-0 lead, but the Astros chipped away and eventually took the lead for good with a four-run 7th inning. Astros shortstop Jeremy Peña had a key two-run single in that rally. Closer Ryan Pressly recorded the final four outs to secure the victory for Houston.

  • The game was played on March 29, 2026.
  • It was the series opener between the Astros and Angels.

The players

Jose Altuve

The Astros' veteran second baseman, a seven-time All-Star and former AL MVP.

Yordan Alvarez

The Astros' slugging designated hitter, one of the most feared power hitters in baseball.

Mike Trout

The Angels' superstar center fielder, a three-time AL MVP and future Hall of Famer.

Jeremy Peña

The Astros' young shortstop, the reigning AL Rookie of the Year.

Ryan Pressly

The Astros' veteran closer, one of the most dominant relievers in the game.

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What they’re saying

“We knew it was going to be a battle against a tough Angels lineup, but our guys kept grinding and found a way to get the job done.”

— Dusty Baker, Astros Manager

“It's tough to come up short in a game like this, but we'll regroup and get ready for tomorrow. We've got a lot of fight left in us.”

— Mike Trout

What’s next

The Astros and Angels will continue their three-game series on March 30, with the Astros looking to clinch the series victory.

The takeaway

This high-scoring affair showcased the offensive firepower of both the Astros and Angels, two of the top teams in the American League. The Astros' ability to rally from an early deficit and secure the win demonstrates their resilience and championship pedigree as they chase another division title.