Final Score and Key Moment
The Arizona Diamondbacks defeated the Houston Astros 3-2 on Sunday, September 6, 2026, at Daikin Park in Houston, Texas. The decisive moment came in the third inning when Nolan Arenado hit a two-run home run to left center field. The blast traveled 385 feet and scored Marte, extending Arizona’s lead to 3-1. This was the second home run of the game, following an earlier solo shot by Yordan Alvarez.
Game Progression
Houston took the initial lead in the first inning when Alvarez homered to right field. The drive covered 337 feet and put the home team ahead 1-0. Arizona answered in the second inning. McCann hit a sacrifice fly to left field, allowing Carroll to score and tie the game at 1-1. The Diamondbacks then built their lead with Arenado’s two-run homer in the third. The score remained 3-1 until the eighth inning, when Wade Jr. singled to left field. Altuve scored on the hit, and Walker advanced to second, narrowing the margin to 3-2.
Pitching Performance
Eduardo Rodriguez earned the win for Arizona, pitching six innings. He allowed three hits and one earned run while striking out six batters. He recorded two walks and posted a record of 15-5. On the mound for Houston, Peter Lambert took the loss. He pitched seven innings, allowing seven hits and three earned runs. Lambert struck out six batters and did not issue a walk, dropping to 8-8. Relief work for Arizona included Juan Morillo, Brandyn Garcia, Jonathan Loaisiga, and Kevin Ginkel, who secured the save. Ginkel pitched one hitless inning with three strikeouts. Houston’s bullpen featured Miguel Ullola and Bryan Abreu, each pitching one inning without allowing earned runs.
Attendance and Records
The game drew an attendance of 39,478 fans. After the loss, the Houston Astros hold a 73-71 record. The Arizona Diamondbacks improved to 76-68. The Diamondbacks were the visiting team in this contest, batting in the top half of each inning, while the Astros batted in the bottom half.
Sources
https://www.espn.com/mlb/game/_/gameId/401816834
