The Houston Astros' game against the New York Yankees was delayed for 84 minutes on October 23, 2022, because of rain concerns at Yankee Stadium. Game 4 of the American League Championship Series (ALCS) was scheduled to begin at 7:07 p.m. Eastern Time but started at 8:31 p.m. Houston went on to defeat New York 6-5, completing a four-game sweep and advancing to the World Series. Jeremy Peña hit a three-run home run, while Yordan Alvarez and Alex Bregman delivered decisive hits during a seventh-inning comeback.
Why Was the Houston Astros Game Delayed?
Major League Baseball postponed the start of Game 4 because weather forecasts indicated rain could affect the Bronx during the evening.
MLB announced the delay approximately one hour before the scheduled first pitch. Officials initially considered postponing the matchup until Monday, October 24, if conditions prevented the game from being played safely.
The grounds crew covered the Yankee Stadium infield with a tarp while the league monitored the weather.
MLB eventually determined that conditions were suitable for play and announced a revised start time of approximately 8:30 p.m.
The first pitch was thrown at 8:31 p.m., resulting in an 84-minute delay. The game was completed that evening without another weather-related suspension.
Astros vs. Yankees Final Score: October 23, 2022
Houston defeated New York 6-5 in the fourth and final game of the 2022 ALCS.
| Team | Runs | Hits | Errors |
|---|---|---|---|
| Houston Astros | 6 | 9 | 0 |
| New York Yankees | 5 | 9 | 1 |
Héctor Neris was credited with the win, Jonathan Loáisiga took the loss, and Ryan Pressly recorded the save.
The game lasted three hours and 37 minutes, excluding the pregame weather delay, with an announced attendance of 46,545.
How the Astros Beat the Yankees in Game 4
Yankees Build an Early 3-0 Lead
New York started strongly against Astros pitcher Lance McCullers Jr.
Giancarlo Stanton and Gleyber Torres each delivered RBI singles in the first inning, giving the Yankees a 2-0 advantage.
Anthony Rizzo extended the lead to 3-0 with an RBI double in the second inning.
The Yankees appeared to be in control until Houston responded in the third.
Jeremy Peña Hits a Three-Run Home Run
Jeremy Peña tied the game with a three-run homer against Yankees starter Nestor Cortes in the top of the third inning.
The home run erased New York's early advantage and shifted momentum toward Houston.
Cortes left the game in the third inning because of a left groin injury.
Yuli Gurriel added an RBI single later in the inning, putting the Astros ahead 4-3.
Harrison Bader Gives New York Another Lead
The Yankees tied the score at 4-4 when Anthony Rizzo delivered an RBI single in the fourth inning.
In the sixth, Harrison Bader hit a solo home run off Héctor Neris to restore New York's lead, 5-4.
Bader finished the game with three hits and three runs scored, making him one of the Yankees' most productive players.
Yankees Error Opens the Door for Houston
Houston's winning rally came in the seventh inning.
After José Altuve reached base with an infield single, Peña hit a ground ball that appeared likely to produce a double play.
However, Yankees second baseman Gleyber Torres made an inaccurate throw to shortstop Isiah Kiner-Falefa, allowing both runners to remain safe.
Yordan Alvarez followed with an RBI single that scored Altuve and tied the game at 5-5.
Alex Bregman then singled off Clay Holmes, bringing Peña home and giving Houston a 6-5 lead.
The Astros bullpen protected that advantage through the final three innings.
Key Players and Game Statistics
| Player | Performance |
|---|---|
| Jeremy Peña, Astros | 2 hits, 3 RBIs, 1 home run |
| Yordan Alvarez, Astros | 2 hits, 1 RBI |
| Alex Bregman, Astros | 1 hit, game-winning RBI |
| José Altuve, Astros | 2 hits, 2 runs |
| Harrison Bader, Yankees | 3 hits, 1 home run, 3 runs |
| Anthony Rizzo, Yankees | 2 hits, 2 RBIs |
Peña's home run and Houston's seventh-inning comeback were the defining offensive moments of the series-clinching victory.
Did the Astros Sweep the Yankees in the 2022 ALCS?
Yes. Houston won all four games against New York to capture the American League championship.
| Game | Date | Final Score |
|---|---|---|
| Game 1 | October 19, 2022 | Astros 4, Yankees 2 |
| Game 2 | October 20, 2022 | Astros 3, Yankees 2 |
| Game 3 | October 22, 2022 | Astros 5, Yankees 0 |
| Game 4 | October 23, 2022 | Astros 6, Yankees 5 |
Houston's sweep secured its fourth World Series appearance in six seasons.
Jeremy Peña was named ALCS Most Valuable Player following his contributions throughout the series.
What Happened to the Astros After Beating the Yankees?
The Astros advanced to the 2022 World Series against the Philadelphia Phillies.
Houston won the championship four games to two, securing the franchise's second World Series title.
The victory also gave manager Dusty Baker his first World Series championship as a manager.
Peña continued his outstanding postseason performance and was named World Series MVP.
Was the Astros vs. Yankees Game Canceled?
No. The October 23, 2022, game was delayed but never canceled or postponed to another date.
Although MLB considered moving it to the following day, improved conditions allowed the teams to complete all nine innings that evening.
The final result was Astros 6, Yankees 5.
Is the Astros vs. Yankees Score Still Live?
No. The game covered in this article took place on October 23, 2022, and is a completed postseason matchup.
As of November 10, 2026, the final score and series outcome are historical results, not a current live game.
New Astros and Yankees matchups have separate schedules, results and potential weather delays that should be checked through current official MLB game information.
Conclusion
The Houston Astros and New York Yankees experienced an 84-minute rain-related delay before Game 4 of the American League Championship Series on October 23, 2022.
Despite the late start, the matchup was completed as scheduled. Houston overcame multiple deficits to win 6-5, helped by Jeremy Peña's three-run home run and seventh-inning RBI singles from Yordan Alvarez and Alex Bregman.
The victory completed Houston's four-game sweep of New York and sent the Astros to the World Series, where they defeated the Philadelphia Phillies to win the 2022 championship.