Carlos Correa, Taylor Trammell Lead Astros Past Yankees in 10-Inning Thriller – Houston Tops New York 5-3 on August 8, 2025

Friday, August 8th, 2025

Houston Astros Edge Out New York Yankees in 10-Inning Thriller, 5-3

The Houston Astros outlasted the New York Yankees 5-3 in a dramatic 10-inning matchup at Yankee Stadium. Carlos Correa delivered the game-winning hit with a tiebreaking single through the drawn-in infield, capitalizing off Yankees reliever Devin Williams. Taylor Trammell sealed the victory for the Astros, smashing a two-run home run off Williams to make it 5-2 in the top of the 10th.

Astros Strike First

Jose Altuve wasted no time getting Houston on the board, blasting a two-run homer in the first inning off Yankees rookie starter Cam Schlittler. The Astros maintained their lead until the late innings, relying on strong pitching and disciplined defense.

Yankees Battle Back

Houston starter Hunter Brown was dominant early, holding the Yankees to just one hit through the first five innings while retiring 14 straight batters. However, New York clawed back in the sixth when Ryan McMahon walked, Ben Rice hit an RBI double, and Aaron Judge tied the game with a single, knocking Brown out of the contest.

Extra-Inning Drama

With the game tied heading into extra innings, Astros closer Josh Hader set down the heart of the Yankees order, retiring Aaron Judge, Cody Bellinger, and Jazz Chisholm Jr. in the ninth. Houston reclaimed the lead quickly in the 10th. After automatic runner Jose Altuve advanced to third on a wild pitch, Correa launched a changeup to center for the go-ahead run. Two batters later, Taylor Trammell homered to right, extending the Astros' cushion to 5-2.

Key Moment

Josh Hader faced a tense situation in the bottom of the 10th. Anthony Volpe’s RBI single inched the Yankees closer, but Hader withstood a 10-pitch duel with pinch-hitter Paul Goldschmidt, then navigated a walk to Giancarlo Stanton before retiring Trent Grisham with two runners on base to end the game.

Pitching Performances

Houston’s Hunter Brown finished with two runs allowed on four hits over 5 1/3 innings, striking out three. Cam Schlittler pitched five innings for the Yankees, yielding two runs on seven hits and throwing a career-high 97 pitches.

Struggles in the Yankees’ Bullpen

Devin Williams continued his recent struggles, giving up four homers in his last eight games and a total of nine earned runs over his previous five outings. This year, Williams has allowed 28 earned runs, surpassing his total from the past two seasons combined.

Yankees Slide Continues

The loss marks the Yankees’ sixth defeat in their last seven games, dropping their extra-inning record to 3-8.

Up Next

Houston sends Framber Valdez (11-5, 2.83 ERA) to the mound for the next game of the series, while the Yankees counter with right-hander Luis Gil (0-1, 13.50 ERA) on Saturday afternoon.

In summary

The Houston Astros secured a crucial 5-3 victory over the New York Yankees in extra innings behind clutch hits by Carlos Correa and Taylor Trammell. Jose Altuve set the tone with an early home run, while Houston’s bullpen held firm in the late innings. The Yankees’ struggles in extra frames continued, hampered by issues in their bullpen. Looking ahead, both teams will aim to gain ground in the next matchup as the AL West leaders face off against the historic Yankee franchise once again.

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