Game result and context
Houston Astros defeat Athletics 13-2 in 2026 regular season matchup
The Houston Astros improved to 80-81 with a dominant 13-2 win over the 64-97 Athletics, powered by multi-home run efforts and a strong outing from Hayden Wesneski.
Final result
The Houston Astros defeated the Athletics with a final score of 13-2 on September 26, 2026. The Astros moved their record to 80-81, while the Athletics fell to 64-97.
Key performances
Jeremy Peña led the Astros' offense, going 4-for-6 with two home runs and four RBIs. Yordan Alvarez contributed a three-run home run, while Isaac Paredes and Lucas Spence also added solo shots to bring the team's total to five home runs.
On the mound, Hayden Wesneski earned the win, pitching 7.0 innings and allowing only one earned run while striking out five batters. Jose Altuve also provided support at the plate, recording two hits and two RBIs.
How the game changed
Houston established an early lead with a first-inning home run from Isaac Paredes. The Astros extended their advantage in the third inning on a two-run home run by Peña and broke the game open in the fifth with a three-run blast from Alvarez. The team continued to add runs throughout the later innings, including a second home run from Peña in the eighth and a final solo shot from Spence in the ninth.
Season and playoff context
This game was part of the 2026 regular season. The Astros entered the contest with an 80-81 record, and the Athletics held a 64-97 record. This matchup marked the third game of a four-game series.