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Spence hits first 3 homers of career, helps Astros survive Athletics 7-5 to keep playoff hopes alive
- On Thursday, rookie Lucas Spence hit three home runs in his first game since being recalled, leading the Houston Astros to a 7-5 victory over the Athletics in West Sacramento.
- The Astros entered the contest following a 10-inning defeat to the Seattle Mariners on Wednesday, needing a win to stay in the AL West race. Spence, who had just 40 major league at-bats, replaced injured outfielder Brice Matthews.
- Spence became the third player in MLB history to hit his first three career home runs in a single game, driving in five runs. Christian Walker added his 27th homer and Isaac Paredes his 24th.
- With the win, the Astros remain tied with the Texas Rangers for the AL West lead at 79-80 with three games remaining in the regular season. Manager Joe Espada told reporters he enjoyed watching young players step up in the critical stretch.
- The series continues Friday in West Sacramento as Athletics left-handed pitcher Jacob Lopez prepares to start game two against the Astros, who have yet to announce their starting pitcher.
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