Hunter Brown reaches 10 victories, helping the Astros beat the Red Sox 4-1

Published: Thursday, August 14, 2025 at 2:54 am

Astros Secure Victory Over Red Sox, Hunter Brown Earns 10th Win

HOUSTON - The Houston Astros triumphed over the Boston Red Sox Wednesday night with a final score of 4-1. A strong pitching performance by Hunter Brown, who allowed only one run in 6 2/3 innings, secured his tenth victory of the season. The Astros’ offense was bolstered by home runs from Jeremy Pena and Yainer Diaz.

Pena kicked off the scoring with a leadoff home run in the first inning. Diaz contributed significantly, hitting a two-out RBI single and later a two-run homer in the sixth inning, extending the Astros' lead. Diaz's recent performance has been impressive, batting .321 with four home runs and 13 RBIs in his last 13 games.

The Red Sox struggled to capitalize on scoring opportunities, going 1 for 6 with runners in scoring position. A controversial moment occurred in the sixth inning when Red Sox manager Alex Cora argued for a balk call against Brown, leading to his ejection.

Relief pitchers Bennett Sousa and Bryan Abreu closed out the game for the Astros. Sousa pitched 1 1/3 innings, and Abreu secured his first save of the season in the ninth.

The win propelled the Astros to a one-game lead over the Seattle Mariners in the AL West standings. The Red Sox are scheduled to begin a three-game home series against Miami on Friday, with Lucas Giolito slated to start. The Astros will also begin a three-game home series on Friday, facing Baltimore with Framber Valdez on the mound.

BNN's Perspective:

The Astros' victory highlights the importance of strong pitching and timely hitting in baseball. While the Red Sox's struggles with runners in scoring position were a key factor in their loss, the Astros' ability to capitalize on their opportunities, particularly with Diaz's impactful home run, proved decisive. The game also underscores the emotional intensity and strategic decisions that managers face during crucial moments.

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