Astros' rookie makes bonkers catch in 5th MLB game
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Astros rookie Jacob Melton turned heads in just his fifth Major League game, delivering a highlight-reel moment in right field.
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The No. 2 prospect in Houston's system, Melton debuted on June 1 in a 1–0 win over the Tampa Bay Rays. Then, in the bottom of the fifth inning against the Cleveland Guardians, Melton sprinted toward the foul line and launched himself into the air for a sensational diving catch. He robbed Angel Martinez of a potential extra-base hit. Consequently, the play ended the inning and preserved Houston's 3–1 lead, stunning the crowd at Progressive Field.
Houston drafted Melton in 2022. He began his career with the Florida Complex League Astros and Single-A Fayetteville Woodpeckers before rising through the ranks. Eventually, he earned a promotion to Triple-A Sugar Land. On June 1, the Astros called him up to the majors.
In his debut, Melton went 1-for-3 with two strikeouts. However, he still impressed with a game-saving catch in the ninth inning. So far, through five games, he's slashed .188/.235/.188 with three hits, two RBIs, and six strikeouts in 16 at-bats. While his offense remains a work in progress, his defensive impact has already been felt.
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Meanwhile, the Astros broke a scoreless tie in the top of the fifth. Brendan Rodgers walked to lead off. After Melton hit into a fielder's choice, Peña did the same, putting runners on first and second. Isaac Paredes then walked to load the bases. Jose Altuve followed with an infield single to bring in Peña. Moments later, Christian Walker knocked a two-run single to right, giving Houston a 3–0 lead.
In the bottom half, Cleveland responded. Schneemann reached on an infield hit, followed by singles from Brennan and Wilson. Wilson's knock drove in Schneemann, cutting the lead to 3–1. However, Melton's diving catch moments later halted the rally and kept the momentum with Houston.
Shortly after, Rodgers added to the lead with a solo homer in the sixth, making it 4–1. Yet Cleveland answered right back, as David Fry launched a solo shot in the bottom of the inning to bring it to 4–2.
From there, Houston's bullpen took over. Despite some late traffic, they closed the door on any comeback attempt. Finally, Josh Hader pitched a clean ninth to earn his 17th save of the season.
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Rookie starter Colton Gordon delivered a solid performance from start to finish. Recently called up to fill gaps left by injured pitchers, Gordon pitched five innings, gave up one run on seven hits, struck out five, and issued no walks.
The Houston Astros, now 35–28 and leading the American League West, continue to show their depth and potential for another postseason run. Rookie Colton Gordon set the tone early with five strong innings on the mound, while Jacob Melton stole the spotlight with a game-saving catch in right field. With rising stars stepping up, could this be the spark that fuels another deep playoff push?
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