Javy Báez's grand slam in the third inning was pivotal in propelling the Detroit Tigers to a 7-4 victory over the Houston Astros, thus avoiding a series sweep. The Tigers capitalized on a critical error by Astros shortstop Jeremy Peña, leading to five unearned runs in the inning. AJ Blubaugh, making his major league debut, struggled as the Tigers took advantage of his pitching, with Riley Greene contributing significantly by matching his career-high with four hits. Despite a home run by Jeremy Peña and a two-run double by Jose Altuve, the Astros failed to capitalize on scoring opportunities, going 2 for 10 with runners in scoring position. The Tigers' bullpen, particularly Brenan Hanifee and Tyler Holton, effectively contained the Astros' offense to secure the win, as Detroit continues its strong recent performance, winning five of their last seven games.

Javy Báez's grand slam in the third inning, which followed a crucial error by Astros shortstop Jeremy Peña, was a turning point in the game, contributing to a five-run inning for the Tigers.

AJ Blubaugh, making his major league debut for the Astros, struggled on the mound, allowing seven runs—only two of which were earned—across four innings, despite starting strong with a 1-2-3 first inning.

Riley Greene was a standout player for the Tigers, tying his career high with four hits, which helped sustain the team's offensive momentum throughout the game.

Despite Jeremy Peña's first career leadoff home run and a two-run double by Jose Altuve in the fifth inning, the Astros failed to convert multiple scoring opportunities, stranding 12 runners and struggling with runners in scoring position.

Detroit's bullpen, led by Brenan Hanifee and Tyler Holton, played a crucial role in the victory, effectively managing the Astros' attempts to close the gap and maintaining the Tigers' lead.

The Tigers' victory marks a continuation of their recent strong performance, having won five out of their last seven games, while setting up their next series against the Los Angeles Angels.

The Astros will look to bounce back in their upcoming series against the Chicago White Sox, with Framber Valdez slated to open the series on the mound for Houston.