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Astros rely on Peña and Alvarez to spark crucial win

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 16, 2026, 6:03 AM

Last updated Sep 16, 2026

Astros rely on Peña and Alvarez to spark crucial win

Summary

Jeremy Peña and Yordan Alvarez played pivotal roles in the Houston Astros' win on September 15 at Daikin Park. The pair took early batting practice, aiming to lift the Astros' struggling offense, which ranked among the lowest in runs scored since the trade deadline. Both players are critical as the team pushes for a playoff berth in the season's final weeks. Alvarez is currently in contention for the Triple Crown, while Peña aims to overcome a poor batting average during this stretch. The Astros look to maintain momentum heading into the final weeks of the regular season.

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By the Numbers

•Peña and Alvarez participated in early batting practice before the game.
•Alvarez is a candidate for the Triple Crown.
•Peña has struggled recently with a.170 average since the trade deadline.
•The Astros' offense has been underperforming, risking playoff chances.
•The game occurred on September 15 at Daikin Park.

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6:03 AMYahoo Sports — Early to work: How Jeremy Peña and Yordan Alvarez set the tone for a much-needed Houston Astros win

What they're saying

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Jeremy Peña and Yordan Alvarez didn't just do the heavy lifting - they did all of it in the Astros' win Tuesday, starting hours before first pitch.
— Yahoo Sports

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