The Astros claimed a 2-1 series lead in the ALDS over the Twins after a big win on Tuesday afternoon. While Houston’s offense put up nine runs, a defensive highlight from shortstop Jeremy Peña helped shut the door on a potential comeback from Minnesota during the middle innings.
Cristian Javier pitched himself into and out of a jam during the sixth inning. With one out in the inning and runners on first and second, Javier got Twins catcher Ryan Jeffers to hit a grounder up the middle, which the Astros were able to turn two on in sensational fashion.
Peña was quick on his feet as he made a brilliant diving stop before flipping the ball over to José Altuve at second base, who then fired it to José Abreu at first to complete the inning-ending, run-saving double play.
