Reid Detmers sharp but Angels fall to Astros 3-2 in tight match

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Last updated Jul 29, 2026

Reid Detmers sharp but Angels fall to Astros 3-2 in tight match
Summary

Reid Detmers pitched five strong innings for the Los Angeles Angels on July 28, 2026, against the Houston Astros. Detmers allowed two earned runs on four hits and struck out nine batters, but the Angels' offense struggled, scoring only two runs. Despite solid relief efforts, the Astros took a late lead to secure the win, with Yordan Alvarez driving in the decisive run. This game raises questions about Detmers' future with the team ahead of the trade deadline.

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  • •Reid Detmers struck out nine batters in five innings.
  • •Yordan Alvarez hit one of two home runs for Houston.
  • •Angels scored only two runs, going 2-6 with runners in scoring position.
  • •The game ended with Astros winning 3-2 after a late rally.
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  • 5:39 AMYahoo Sports — What could have been Reid Detmers' last start as an Angel ends in 3-2 loss to Astros
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Reid Detmers was sharp once again, but a quiet night from the Los Angeles bats left the door open for another Houston win.

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