Astros defeat Angels 14-3 in dominant series opener

The Los Angeles Angels and Houston Astros recently split a three-game series, with each team showcasing strong performances. In the series opener, the Astros dominated with a 14-3 victory, highlighted by Yainer Diaz's grand slam, marking their first since 2023. The Angels rebounded in the second game, winning 4-1, thanks to Tyler Anderson's stellar pitching and contributions from Taylor Ward and Nolan Schanuel, who each hit home runs. The final game saw the Astros win 7-3, propelled by Isaac Paredes' three-run homer in the second inning. The Angels' pitching struggled at times, particularly with Kyle Hendricks in the series finale, while the Astros' pitching showed resilience with strong strikeout performances. The series reflects both teams' potential as they navigate the early 2025 MLB season.