Yordan Alvarez's grand slam fuels Astros' comeback against Twins
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 1, 2026, 4:09 AM
Last updated Jul 1, 2026
Yordan Alvarez hit a grand slam in the fourth inning, powering the Houston Astros to a 6-4 victory over the Minnesota Twins on June 30, 2026, in Houston. The Astros faced an early 3-0 deficit after starter Mike Burrows allowed three runs in the first inning. However, a five-run fourth inning turned the game around, thanks in part to Alvarez's decisive hit. The Astros bullpen held the Twins scoreless over the final four innings, securing the win. Houston's victory is crucial as they pursue a playoff spot, currently sitting two games behind Texas in the AL West.
- •Astros overcame a 3-0 first-inning deficit
- •Alvarez went 3-for-4 with a grand slam
- •Burrows earned his fourth win after settling down
- •Astros bullpen threw four perfect innings
- •Next game features Astros' Tatsuya Imai against Twins' Taj Bradley
- 4:09 AMYahoo Sports — Yordan Slam Powers Astros to 6-4 Victory Over Twins
"This was a game the Houston Astros (43-45) needed to win if they were going to have a shot to win their 6th straight series. It didn’t start well, but it did end well. Astros starter Mike Burrows (W, 4-8) surrendered 3 runs in the first inning on 2 hits, 2 walks and an HBP, […]
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