Astros Win Third Straight on Caratini's Walk-Off HR

Caratini's Heroics Lift Astros to Victory

The Houston Astros extended their winning streak to three games on Sunday night, thanks to a walk-off home run by catcher Victor Caratini. The Astros defeated the Oakland Athletics 4-3 in 10 innings, with Caratini's blast coming on a 2-2 pitch from A's reliever Jake Diekman.

Astros Find Backup Catcher in Caratini

Caratini, a switch-hitter, was signed by the Astros as a free agent earlier this month. He is expected to serve as the team's backup catcher behind Martín Maldonado. Caratini has a career batting average of .250 with 38 home runs and 151 RBIs in seven seasons with the Cubs, Padres, and Brewers.

The Astros are hoping that Caratini can provide them with some offensive pop from the catcher position. Maldonado is a solid defender, but he has struggled at the plate in recent years. Caratini has the potential to be a more productive hitter, and he could give the Astros a boost in the middle of their lineup.