Joe Ross sped the pace of play back up with a 12-pitch top of the frame. He used his power sink and breaking ball to get a ground out, pop out and fly out. Will Harris made just as quick work in the bottom half, needing 14 pitches. He fanned Juan Soto on three pitches. Soto is 0 for 3 with a walk and two strikeouts.
Yan Gomes took over for Suzuki at catcher. Suzuki had received a quick visit from the trainer in the previous inning.
6th Inning: Chirinos Homers; Bullpens Take Over
The Astros responded to the Nationals’ run by scoring one of their own and chasing Sanchez from the game.