# Astros Clutch Hitting Turnaround | Houston News

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Podcast: [Houston News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/houston-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7458112)
Published: 2026-07-25T21:30:54+00:00
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The Houston Astros have completely transformed their clutch hitting game this season, turning around a dismal April-May slump with the bases loaded into a powerhouse performance. After posting a meager .240 batting average and .540 OPS early on, they’ve exploded since May 25th, hitting five home runs with the bases loaded in just 51 games, soaring to a .441 average and a staggering 1.380 OPS. Their season-long OPS with runners in scoring position now ranks sixth in baseball, and they’re tied for fourth in grand slams. This dramatic turnaround proves they can thrive under pressure—and if they keep this momentum, they’ll be nearly impossible to beat down the stretch. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/01a42d4d9902e215

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