Diamondbacks 4-3 Astros
Gabriel Moreno's 10th-inning RBI single lifts Arizona Diamondbacks over Houston Astros
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Gabriel Moreno delivered the decisive blow in the 10th inning Saturday night as the Arizona Diamondbacks rallied past the Houston Astros 4-3. AP reported that Moreno's tiebreaking RBI single sent Arizona back into a half-game lead over the Padres in the division race.
The victory capped a tight contest in Houston where both teams fought to the extra inning. San Francisco Chronicle noted that Jonathan Loáisiga and Brandyn Garcia secured the win for Arizona's relievers.
Moreno's 10th-Inning Single Breaks the Tie
With the game locked at 3-3, Geraldo Perdomo led off the 10th inning for Arizona. AP reported that Moreno followed with a clutch single that drove in the go-ahead run. The hit sent Arizona's dugout into celebration and ended Houston's comeback hopes.
D-Backs Climb Back Into Playoff Position
Arizona's win proved crucial for their playoff hopes. Las Vegas Sun reported the victory moved the Diamondbacks back to a half-game lead over the San Diego Padres in their division. Every game matters this close to the season's end.
Astros Fall Short in Extra Innings
Houston had battled back to tie the game but could not complete the comeback in the 10th. Beaumont Enterprise noted that the Astros' bullpen could not hold off Arizona's late-inning push. The loss stings for Houston in a tight division race.
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