Astros Defeat Padres, Spoil Robbie Ray's Debut
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Astros Defeat Padres, Spoil Robbie Ray's Debut

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Cam Smith hit two home runs as the Houston Astros defeated the San Diego Padres 6-3 on Friday night. The win marked the Astros’ eighth in their last ten games and came at the expense of Robbie Ray’s debut with the Padres.

The AL West-leading Houston Astros spoiled Robbie Ray's San Diego debut, securing a 6-3 victory over the Padres. Smith connected for his first home run to left field off Ray with one out in the second inning. He added another homer, also to left, leading off the sixth inning against Yuki Matsui.

The Padres’ loss dropped them two games behind in the race for the third NL wild-card spot. The Astros' win continued their strong performance, bringing their record to eight wins in their last ten games.

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