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The New York Yankees dominated the Houston Astros 12–4 on April 24 at Daikin Park, powered by a potent offensive display that overshadowed their modest .229 batting average. New York's lineup produced 13 hits and 4 home runs while driving in 11 runs, with starter-quality pitching from the bullpen yielding just 11 hits and 4 earned runs across a 3.11 ERA performance. The Astros managed only 11 hits and 2 home runs despite striking out just 4 times, but Houston's pitching staff unraveled, allowing 10 earned runs on a bloated 5.97 ERA with 6 walks issued. The decisive margin reflected a stark contrast in run prevention: while the Yankees' pitchers struck out 11 and walked only 2, the Astros' pitching struggled with command and consistency, compounded by one defensive error. This lopsided result suggests the Yankees' power stroke remains potent early in the season, even when batting average lags, while Houston's starting rotation faces immediate pressure to stabilize before the deficit in the AL West widens further.