Valdez sharp, Tucker homers as Astros down Guardians 7-3

Published May 24, 2022 9:10 PM

By KRISTIE RIEKEN
AP Sports Writer

HOUSTON (AP) — Framber Valdez pitched seven strong innings and Kyle Tucker led the offense with a three-run homer to help the Houston Astros to a 7-3 win over the Cleveland Guardians. Valdez (4-2) allowed seven hits and three runs in seven innings, collecting his third straight win and allowing the Astros to bounce back after dropping the series opener 6-1.