Astros Go Deep 5 Times to Rally for 9–8 Win Over Angels Despite Ohtani’s MLB-Best 34th Homer

Houston Astros right fielder Kyle Tucker, left, holds on to a caught ball to record the final out as teammate center fielder Chas McCormick (20) reacts to the win during the ninth inning of a baseball game against the Los Angeles Angels in Anaheim, Calif., on July 16, 2023. Eric Thayer/AP Photo

ANAHEIM, Calif.—Houston outfielder Kyle Tucker ended up having the final word in what was a wild weekend series between the Astros and Los Angeles Angels.

Tucker hit a solo shot in the ninth inning that ended up being the game-winning home run and then made a diving catch in right field for the final out in the Astros’ 9-8 victory Sunday night, July 16.