Astros vs Rangers Game 3: How Houston’s Bullpen Collapse Mirrored Their 2024 Downfall
In Game 3 of the Lone Star Series, the Houston Astros blew a 4-2 lead in the seventh inning, losing 7-5 to the Texas Rangers. The bullpen allowed five earned runs over 3.1 innings, tying their 2024 blown save total. The collapse echoed last season’s struggles, with relievers failing to hold leads and inflated pitch counts. This game underscored Houston’s ongoing bullpen crisis.