Back to today’s briefing

Story perspectives

Alvarez Slams Two HRs in One Inning, Ties Lead

6/13/2026

47 9 Full Breakdown

Summary

Story summary

Yordan Alvarez became the first Astros player since 1994 to hit two home runs in one inning, a two-run shot and a grand slam.
He finished three for five with six RBIs, tying the MLB lead at 24 homers, while Nate Pearson earned the win with two scoreless innings.
The Royals responded with five first-inning runs and will start left-hander Noah Cameron against Astros right-hander Mike Burrows in the finale.

History

Historical Context

On June 24 1994 Jeff Bagwell drove in 12 runs with two homers in one inning, matching the MLB record and fueling Houston’s MVP-winning season that set the stage for the Astros’ 1999 NL Central title. The feat foreshadowed the “Killer B’s” era, during which Bagwell and Craig Biggio propelled Houston to six playoff berths through the early 2000s.

1 of 2

Story summary

Yordan Alvarez became the first Astros player since 1994 to hit two home runs in one inning, a two-run shot and a grand slam.
He finished three for five with six RBIs, tying the MLB lead at 24 homers, while Nate Pearson earned the win with two scoreless innings.
The Royals responded with five first-inning runs and will start left-hander Noah Cameron against Astros right-hander Mike Burrows in the finale.

1 / 2