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Kai-Wei Teng shines in Astros' 2-1 win over Guardians

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 21, 2026, 8:34 PM

Last updated Jun 21, 2026

Kai-Wei Teng shines in Astros' 2-1 win over Guardians

Summary

Kai-Wei Teng pitched six innings, allowing one run on four hits as the Houston Astros defeated the Cleveland Guardians 2-1 on June 21, 2026. Yordan Alvarez hit his league-leading 25th home run in the first inning and later scored, giving the Astros an early 2-0 lead. The Guardians' lone run came in the fifth inning after a triple by Petey Halpin. The Astros clinched the series victory, marking their third consecutive series win. They are 2.5 games behind the Seattle Mariners in the standings, and will travel to Toronto for their next series.

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By the Numbers

•Kai-Wei Teng improves to 4-6 with strong start
•Houston now 37-42 after the win
•Yordan Alvarez's home run gives Astros early lead
•Guardians score their only run in the fifth inning
•Astros face Blue Jays next for three-game series

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8:34 PMYahoo Sports — Teng, Pen Silence Guardians as Astros Take Series with 2-1 Win

What they're saying

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Kai-Wei Teng (W, 4-6) had struggled in his most recent 4 starts, and very much looked like a candidate to be replaced in the rotation. Teng put at least a temporary hold on all of that today. Teng pitched 6 strong innings against the Guardians this afternoon, allowing just one run on 4 hits with […]
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