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The Houston Astros defeated the Los Angeles Angels 9–7 on March 29 at Daikin Park in a slugfest that defied the Vegas total of 1. Houston's pitching staff struck out 13 batters while allowing just 7 hits, though the 6.25 ERA and 8 walks issued reflected control issues that nearly cost them the game. The Angels' offense proved more efficient despite the loss, posting a .860 OPS with one home run and 7 RBIs across 7 hits, while their pitching was sharper at 3.44 ERA. Houston capitalized on 9 walks drawn to manufacture 8 RBIs despite managing only a .231 batting average and .695 OPS, leaning on plate discipline rather than timely hitting. The Angels struck out 13 times, a concerning indicator of their approach at the plate. Both teams committed no errors, keeping the defensive execution clean in what became a battle of walks and strikeouts rather than clean contact. Houston's ability to win despite offensive inefficiency suggests their depth could carry them through early-season inconsistency.