Grant Holman entered the game in the eighth inning to relieve T.J. McFarland but struggled as he allowed a tiebreaking single to Jon Singleton, which gave the Astros the lead. This shift in momentum contributed to a four-run inning for Houston, solidifying the victory over Oakland.

Grant Holman achieved his first career win after delivering two scoreless innings of relief, striking out Parker Meadows with the bases loaded to secure the tight victory. His performance was crucial in maintaining the team's momentum during a tense game that went into extra innings.