Carpenter's Power Surge Ignites Tigers, But Astros Rally Late in Thriller

Kerry Carpenter launched a 383-foot, two-run homer off a 9. mph fastball from Houston’s Ronel Blanco in the third inning, giving Detroit an early 2-0 lead The left-handed slugger’s sixth home run of the season clocked a 100. mph exit velocity, continuing his strong campaign against right-handed pitching

Despite Carpenter’s heroics, the Astros stormed back with Jose Altuve and Cody Walker delivering critical two-run blasts. Altuve’s sixth-inning shot proved decisive in Houston’s 8-5 victory The Tigers briefly narrowed the gap with Riley Greene’s late two-run homer, but Houston’s bullpen held firm to secure the win

Carpenter, batting leadoff, finished 1-for-4 and now boasts a .284 average against righties this season. His power display highlighted Detroit’s offensive efforts, though defensive miscues and Houston’s relentless lineup ultimately tilted the game