Neto Delivers Five-Hit Night
Neto was the primary catalyst for Los Angeles, delivering a standout offensive performance against the Houston Astros. The Angels outfielder went 5-for-the-game with seven runs batted in, including two extra-base hits and one home run. His power display included a 428-foot blast to center field in the fifth inning that extended the lead, followed by an eighth-inning double to center that scored two more runs.
Scoring Spree Continues
The Angels established early momentum with a first-inning run on a Neto single to right field. Houston responded briefly when Alvarez scored on a wild pitch by Rodriguez, but Los Angeles quickly regained control. The offense exploded in the second inning behind singles from Grissom and sacrifice efforts from Heineman, while an overturned challenge on a ground ball allowed Lowe to score.
The fourth inning proved decisive. After a double by Frazier, Neto singled again to load the bases. Ballesteros followed with a single that drove in two runs, and Grissom added another double to bring in two more, turning a 4-2 lead into a 10-2 advantage.
The Angels continued to add runs in the fifth inning when Schanuel scored on a fielder's choice and Neto’s home run brought in two more.
