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Ethan Pecko fans four in MLB debut as Astros defeat Angels 3-2

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Last updated Aug 20, 2026

Ethan Pecko fans four in MLB debut as Astros defeat Angels 3-2

Summary

Ethan Pecko made a notable major-league debut, striking out four batters over 3 2/3 innings as the Houston Astros defeated the Los Angeles Angels 3-2 on August 19. Christian Vázquez hit his seventh home run of the season, which helped the Astros secure the victory. The game featured a controversial call regarding an Angels hit that was changed from a home run to a double due to fan interference. Houston's bullpen combined for over five innings of shutout relief. The win marked the 17th starter used this season by the Astros, tying a franchise record. The teams will face each other again on August 20.

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By the Numbers

•Pecko allowed three hits and two runs in his debut.
•Vázquez's home run came in the third inning.
•Nick Allen pinch-hit for Peña after a hand injury.
•Bennett Sousa earned the win in relief.
•Astros and Angels play again on August 20.

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3:24 AMYahoo Sports — Pecko fans 4 in MLB debut, Vázquez hits 7th homer as the Astros beat the Angels 3-2

What they're saying

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Ethan Pecko struck out four in his major-league debut, five Houston relievers pitched shutout ball for five-plus innings and Christian Vázquez homered as the Astros beat the Los Angeles Angels 3-2 on Wednesday night. Pecko, a 2023 sixth-round selection by Houston, was ranked ninth in the Astros' system by MLB Pipeline.
— Yahoo Sports

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