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Houston Astros Jon Singleton reacts after striking out against Texas Rangers relief pitcher Jose Leclerc (25) with the bases loaded to end the eighth inning during Game 6 of the American League Championship Series at Minute Maid Park on Sunday, Oct. 22, 2023, in Houston.

Photo by: Jon Shapley/Staff Photographer

Rangers beat Astros to force game 7 after pivotal 8th inning

The Rangers handed the Astros a 9-2 loss Sunday night to force a decisive Game 7 between the pugnacious in-state teams, who will meet once more Monday at Minute Maid Park.

Who made best catch of night? An Astros fan from Louisiana with a one-handed grab: David Lute made a one-handed catch in right field and got some airtime on the national broadcast.
Five key moments from Astros' ALCS Game 6 loss to Rangers: A home run to the short porch at Minute Maid Park and a bullpen escape helped the Rangers force Game 7 in the ALCS.

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