Astros beat Blue Jays 3-1 as Loperfido scores decisive run

In the eighth inning, a misplayed pickoff by Jeff Hoffman set up Joey Loperfido to deliver the decisive run for the Houston Astros against the Toronto Blue Jays. Loperfido's sprint from first base capped a 3‑1 victory, providing the margin the Astros needed.

The win marked the team's sixth triumph in eight games, reinforcing their push for a playoff berth.