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Astros open series against Giants with Wesneski and Tidwell on the mound

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 10, 2026, 11:14 PM

Last updated Aug 10, 2026

Astros open series against Giants with Wesneski and Tidwell on the mound

Summary

The Houston Astros begin a three-game series against the San Francisco Giants at Oracle Park on August 10, 2026. Right-hander Hayden Wesneski, who holds a 2-0 record since returning from Tommy John surgery, will face off against the Giants' Blade Tidwell, who is yet to record a decision this season. Houston arrives in San Francisco following a 7-2 loss to the Padres, which marked the end of their previous series. Sitting at the top of the AL, the Astros have improved significantly since May, showcasing strong offensive performance across several key metrics. The matchup reinstates a historic rivalry as the teams square off for the first time since the Giants swept the Astros in their last meeting in April 2025.

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Status Watch

•Astros lead the AL and face the Giants in a three-game series.
•Hayden Wesneski returns from injury to pitch for the Astros.
•The Astros recorded a loss last night against the Padres.
•Houston has a strong offensive record since May 22, 2026.
•This marks the Astros' first trip to Oracle Park since June 2024.

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11:14 PMYahoo Sports — Astros vs. Giants Game Discussion: 8/10/2026

What they're saying

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TONIGHT’S GAME: The first-place Astros continue their six-game road trip with the opener of a three-game series at Oracle Park. RHP Hayden Wesneski (2-0) will make his third start of the season since returning from Tommy John surgery, opposite RHP Blade Tidwell (0-0) and the Giants. THE TURNAROUND: After a slow start to the season, […]
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