Alvarez and Tucker homered as part of their respective four-hit games in the Astros' 10-4 victory over the Los Angeles Angels on Saturday. That win not only set the table for Houston (85-70) to complete a four-game series sweep on Sunday afternoon but also reduced the Astros' magic number to win the American League West to three games.

While one veteran continued to trend in the wrong direction relative to postseason roster construction, Astros right fielder Kyle Tucker took a crucial step toward showing he might be in prime condition should Houston qualify for the playoffs.