Walker and Paredes power Astros to 2-0 shutout over Rays
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 5, 2026, 10:35 PM
Last updated Jul 5, 2026
The Houston Astros defeated the Tampa Bay Rays 2-0 at Daikin Park on July 5, 2026. Peter Lambert threw 5.2 scoreless innings, supported by the bullpen for a combined four-hit shutout. Christian Walker and Isaac Paredes each hit solo home runs, providing all the runs needed. Houston's win marks its sixth series victory in seven attempts, while Tampa Bay faces a two-game losing streak but maintains the best record in the American League. The Astros will play the Washington Nationals next in a three-game series beginning tomorrow.
- •Peter Lambert allowed only three hits in 5.2 innings.
- •Christian Walker and Isaac Paredes hit solo home runs.
- •Astros have won six of their last seven series.
- •Houston remains in the playoff hunt, 1 GB Texas for the Wild Card.
- •Tampa Bay is on a two-game losing streak.
- 10:35 PMYahoo Sports — Walker, Paredes HRs Back Lambert & Co in 2-0 Shutout of Rays
"Tampa Bay came to Daikin Park with the best record in the American League, winners of 8 straight games. They will leave Daikin Park still with the best record in the AL, but on a 2 game skid. Peter Lambert (W, 7-5) went 5.2 IP scoreless, backed by Steven Okert, Bryan King and Josh Hader […]
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