Angels' Jose Soriano Shuts Down Astros on Opening Day

Soriano tosses six scoreless innings in 3-0 win over Houston

Mar. 27, 2026 at 12:11am

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Los Angeles Angels pitcher Jose Soriano delivered an impressive performance on Opening Day, holding the Houston Astros scoreless over six innings while allowing just two hits and four walks. The 27-year-old right-hander struck out seven batters to earn the win in the Angels' 3-0 victory.

Why it matters

Soriano's strong outing on Opening Day is an encouraging sign for the Angels, who are looking to him to anchor their starting rotation this season after he posted a 4.26 ERA with 152 strikeouts in 169 innings last year. The win over the division-rival Astros also gives the Angels an early boost in the AL West standings.

The details

Soriano was dominant through the first five innings, holding the Astros to just one hit. He ran into some trouble in the sixth by issuing four walks, but was able to escape the jam without allowing a run. The Angels' offense provided just enough support, scoring three runs to secure the victory.

  • The game was played on Thursday, March 27, 2026 - Opening Day of the 2026 MLB season.

The players

Jose Soriano

A 27-year-old right-handed pitcher for the Los Angeles Angels.

Houston Astros

The Angels' division rival in the American League West.

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What they’re saying

“It was an impressive showing for Soriano in his first career Opening Day start. The right-hander held Houston to just one hit through his first five innings en route to an eventual 3-0 victory.”

— Rotowire Staff

What’s next

Soriano is currently lined up to face the Chicago Cubs on the road in his next start.

The takeaway

Soriano's dominant Opening Day performance is a positive sign for the Angels as they look to him to anchor their starting rotation this season. If he can build on this outing, he could emerge as a key piece for the Angels as they aim to contend in the AL West.