Angels score season-high runs in 18-3 rout of Astros
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Last updated Aug 21, 2026
The Los Angeles Angels defeated the Houston Astros 18-3 on August 20, 2026, with Zach Neto contributing significantly. Neto went 5-for-6 with his 21st home run and a career-high seven RBIs, while the Angels accumulated a season-best 18 hits. Grayson Rodriguez pitched seven innings, allowing just two unearned runs. Houston's Peter Lambert struggled, giving up nine runs in a little over three innings. The Astros dropped to.500 on the season, now just one game ahead in the AL West. Wade Meckler left the game after being hit in the head by a pitch, and Nolan Schanuel exited with right side soreness. Following this game, the Angels will face the Rangers, and the Astros will host the Athletics.
- •Zach Neto records 7 RBIs and 21st homer for Angels.
- •Angels score 18 runs, their most since June 2023.
- •Grayson Rodriguez pitches well, allowing 2 unearned runs.
- •Peter Lambert gives up 9 runs in 3.2 innings.
- •Wade Meckler and Nolan Schanuel exit with injuries.
- 4:53 AMYahoo Sports — Zach Neto ties franchise record in Angels blowout of Astros
- 3:17 AMYahoo Sports — Neto homers in 5-hit, 7-RBI night to help the Angels rout the Astros 18-3
"Zach Neto was 5-for-6 with his 21st homer and a career-high seven RBIs and the Los Angeles Angels scored their most runs in three years to rout the Houston Astros 18-3 on Thursday night. The Angels had a season-high 18 hits and scored their most runs since a 25-1 victory over Colorado on June 24, 2023. Angels starter Grayson Rodriguez (4-5) gave up just two unearned runs across seven innings while striking out six.
"Zach Neto led the charge in the Angels' highest-scoring game since 2023.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 21, 2026, 4:53 AMZach Neto ties franchise record in Angels blowout of Astros
Zach Neto led the charge in the Angels' highest-scoring game since 2023.
- Yahoo SportsAug 21, 2026, 3:17 AMNeto homers in 5-hit, 7-RBI night to help the Angels rout the Astros 18-3
Zach Neto was 5-for-6 with his 21st homer and a career-high seven RBIs and the Los Angeles Angels scored their most runs in three years to rout the Houston Astros 18-3 on Thursday night. The Angels had a season-high 18 hits and scored their most runs since a 25-1 victory over Colorado on June 24, 2023. Angels starter Grayson Rodriguez (4-5) gave up just two unearned runs across seven innings while striking out six.
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