Astros Edge Rangers 4-2 as Valdez Loses No-Hitter

Houston Astros pitcher Framber Valdez came within one out of achieving his second career no-hitter against the Texas Rangers, only to have it spoiled by Corey Seager's two-run homer in the ninth inning, resulting in a 4-2 victory for the Astros. Valdez had been dominant, retiring the first 15 batters and holding the Rangers hitless until Seager's blast on the 107th pitch of the game. Despite the heartbreak for Valdez, who walked two batters in the ninth, the Astros secured the win with support from Yordan Alvarez's late two-run homer and closer Josh Hader, who recorded his 23rd consecutive save. Seager's home run, his fifth in five games, highlighted his ability to deliver in clutch moments, although it ultimately did not change the game's outcome. This match evened the season series between the two teams at 6-6, with Valdez's previous no-hitter occurring just a year prior against the Cleveland Guardians. The performance reflects the unpredictable nature of baseball, where a single hit can dramatically alter the course of the game.