The Houston Astros had a huge win on Monday night, taking a 2-1 lead in the American League Division Series against the Minnesota Twins. Led by Carlos Abreu, the Astros had a 9-1 victory over the Twins.
Abreu was the star of the show, going 3-for-4 with a home run, three RBIs, and two runs scored. He also made a spectacular catch in center field to rob the Twins of a hit. Abreu’s performance was a huge boost for the Astros, who had been struggling offensively in the series.
The Astros’ pitching was also outstanding. Starter Zack Greinke pitched six strong innings, allowing just one run on four hits while striking out seven. The bullpen was equally impressive, with Ryan Pressly and Roberto Osuna combining for three scoreless innings.
The Astros’ offense was also clicking on all cylinders. Yuli Gurriel and Alex Bregman each had two hits and two RBIs, while Jose Altuve added a solo home run. The Astros’ nine runs were the most they’ve scored in a playoff game since 2017.
The Astros now have a 2-1 lead in the best-of-five series. They will look to close out the series on Wednesday night in Houston. If they can do that, they will advance to the American League Championship Series for the fourth time in five years.
It was an impressive win for the Astros, and Abreu was the star of the show. His performance was a huge boost for the team, and it could be the difference between advancing to the ALCS or going home for the winter.
