**World Series Game 3: Yankees Offense Goes Cold**

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World Series Game 3: Yankees Offense Goes Cold, Astros Take Control

The New York Yankees' bats went silent in Game 3 of the World Series, falling 5-1 to the Houston Astros at Minute Maid Park. The loss puts the Yankees in a 2-1 deficit as the series heads back to the Bronx.

Astros Strike First, Yankees Struggle

The Astros wasted no time establishing their dominance, scoring two runs in the first inning off a two-run home run by Jeremy Peña. The Yankees couldn't find an answer against Houston's starter, Cristian Javier, who was in complete control.

A Rare Offensive Spark

The only run the Yankees managed to score came in the 6th inning when Aaron Judge hit a solo homer, his second of the series. However, this was a rare moment of success for the Yankees offense, as they were consistently outmatched by Javier and the Astros' bullpen.

Javier's Dominance

Javier's performance was truly remarkable, as he went 5.1 innings, allowing only one run on four hits while striking out eight batters. The Yankee hitters seemed to be completely lost against his repertoire of pitches, struggling to make solid contact.

Astros Continue Their Run

The Astros added to their lead in the 7th inning, with Alex Bregman hitting a two-run homer. The scoring continued in the 8th, with Kyle Tucker adding a solo homer to extend the Astros' lead to 5-1.

Yankees Need to Regain Their Offense

The Yankees, known for their powerful offense, have been strangely quiet in this series. While the Astros have been stellar, the Yankees need to find a way to generate more offense if they want to turn the series around.

Looking Ahead

Game 4 is scheduled for Saturday night at Yankee Stadium, with the series seemingly shifting back to the Bronx. The Yankees will be hoping for a home-field advantage and a resurgence of their offense to get back into the series. This game is crucial for the Yankees, who need to regain momentum and avoid falling too far behind in the World Series.