The Houston Astros took a 2-1 series lead on the Minnesota Twins in the American League Division Series (ALDS) with a dominant performance in Game 3. In his first postseason start since his combined World Series no-hitter, Cristian Javier allowed only one hit over five innings. Yordan Alvarez hit his fourth home run of the ALDS, contributing to the Astros' 9-1 victory. The win puts the Astros one win away from their seventh consecutive appearance in the ALCS. The Astros' strong performance was highlighted by their four home runs in Game 3, with contributions from Jose Abreu, Yordan Alvarez, and Alex Bregman. The Astros' pitching was also impressive, with Javier's strong start and great relief pitching. The Astros now have the opportunity to finish the series and advance to the ALCS in the next game. If they succeed, it will be their seventh straight ALCS appearance, a feat only achieved by the Atlanta Braves from 1991-1999. The Astros' consistent success in the postseason is noteworthy, considering the competitive balance in the league and the unpredictable nature of the playoffs.
Urquidy steps up once again on mound in big spot for Astros https://t.co/Xn8JhJgbSF
José Urquidy Keeps the Twins’ Bats Quiet as the Astros Advance to the ALCS https://t.co/PiHyIK7P2X
The Astros advance to their 7th straight ALCS. Only the Braves (8 straight from 1991-99) have a longer LCS streak since the round began in 1969. Most Consecutive LCS Appearances Since 1969 1991-99 Braves 8 2017-23 Astros 7<< 1971-75 Athletics 5… https://t.co/IPoGmyFLsO https://t.co/CE8qnIw8sZ
Astros vs. Twins score, highlights: Houston ousts Minnesota, homers way to seventh ALCS in a row https://t.co/Bkkr10kkcR
Whether you love them or you hate them, you have to respect the Houston Astros. SEVEN straight ALCS appearances in a league that has otherwise created so much competitive balance and has garnered the most random playoff results. What the Astros have done is wildly impressive.
The Astros are going to the ALCS for the 7th straight season. Say what you want about the trash cans, but that’s insane. https://t.co/ga8pKiCLk2
Astros go to the ALCS. Again. That’s 7 straight times in the LCS. That ain’t easy, folks!
FINAL: Astros 3, Twins 2 Houston goes to the American League Championship Series for the seventh consecutive season. The Astros' pitching was awesome, and they got home runs from a pair of 36-year-olds — Jose Abreu and Michael Brantley — to account for all their scoring.
After the league championship series format began in 1969, the Astros played in it just four times in the first 47 years. THEY ARE NOW ADVANCING TO THEIR 7️⃣TH STRAIGHT ALCS‼️ https://t.co/m6oqbxHGWy
Jose Urquidy vs this Twins lineup https://t.co/4WSLIHkFQZ
Jose Abreu vs the Twins this series https://t.co/LpFO5VLkjg
It’s win or go home for the Twins as the Astros try for their seventh-consecutive ALCS appearance https://t.co/t3iUYGkAMC
The Houston Astros are seeking their 7th straight LCS appearance. They would join the Braves (8 straight from 1991-99) as the only franchises to do so. https://t.co/kDxMcxblqR
Astros rip 4 HRs in Game 3 win, on doorstep of 7th straight ALCS https://t.co/CcGLc7jcby
Astros shoot to KO Twins, punch ticket to another ALCS https://t.co/bqEe0WLhVm https://t.co/4aZEgOIzms
After Game 3 win, 'confident' Astros on doorstep of seventh straight ALCS berth "We just came out and tried to play our best game and tried to get the win today. Thankfully, we got the win.” https://t.co/ZJ5lBPXBON
Astros use long ball to take 2-1 series lead on Twins https://t.co/msMe8NXWee https://t.co/QItNciU47j
The reigning champs are one win away from their 7th straight ALCS. #Postseason https://t.co/Yh3EjrHcYV
The Houston Astros are one win from their 7th straight appearance in the ALCS They have 4 pennants and two World Series titles in that span https://t.co/NZfYrgFHKa
Abreu, Alvarez power Astros to Game 3 rout of Twins https://t.co/Ey1qrwLziN https://t.co/xiq8I4izx8
Game three goes to the Astros! They’re one win away from advancing to the ALCS for the SEVENTH year in a row. 👀 (Via: @Astros) https://t.co/CDDpJ0O1Xv
The Astros get it done on the road to take a 2-1 ALDS lead 🚀 (via @MLB) https://t.co/TBmauc7fi5
Astros blast 4 HRs in Game 3 win, on doorstep of 7th straight ALCS https://t.co/qAafaFiT1i
The Houston Astros cruise to a 2-1 series lead. 💪 https://t.co/gl6gr0jB8A
The @Astros put on a dominant performance in Game 3. 💪 #Postseason https://t.co/d29Zu1rYFH
Astros regain home field advantage with 9-1 victory. They’ll try to finish the Twins Wednesday. Javier allowed one hit over 5 innings. Twins had 3 hits. Abreu with a pair of 440-foot homers. Alvarez and Bregman with one each. Great relief pitching.
Astros take Game 3 on the road to take a 2-1 series lead ⭐️ https://t.co/eRCEZycsRF
Cristian Javier dealt in Game 3 🦾 Astros are one win away from reaching the ALCS 🚀 https://t.co/roPHCfZunL
FINAL: Astros 9, Twins 1 In his first posteason start since his combined World Series no-hitter, Cristian Javier regressed ... and allowed one hit. Yordan Alvarez hammered his fourth homer of the ALDS. And Houston is now one win shy of its seventh consecutive ALCS appearance.
Houston takes Game 3 and is one win away from their seventh-straight ALCS appearance https://t.co/bihXKpWgJ2