Mauricio Dubón hit a go-ahead pinch-hit home run in the bottom of the sixth inning which would eventually be the game winner for the Astros as they beat the Pirates, 5-4. With the win, Houston avoids the sweep.
Framber Valdez struck out 10 and earned his 10th win of the season.
The Astros are off today and will host the Tampa Bay Rays starting Friday night.