Bregman, Gurriel help Astros gain in WC race

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HOUSTON — The Astros rode a hot night from the bats and another quality outing from Dallas Keuchel to clinch the series win over the Rays with a 6-2 victory on Saturday night at Minute Maid Park.

Houston had 12 hits, including a two-run homer by rookie sensation Alex Bregman and four doubles — three of which produced runs — while taking advantage of a bumpy night from Rays starter Blake Snell, who lasted only three-plus innings before leaving with a bruised lower left leg.

Yulieski Gurriel collected his first Major League extra-base hit and RBI on a second-inning double. Gurriel and Bregman combined to drive in five runs.

Keuchel notched his first career win over the Rays in seven attempts, allowing only two runs in seven innings while striking out four. The performance was also Keuchel’s 10th quality start in his last 12 outings.

Houston has won seven of its last eight games, with every victory during that span featuring at …

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