Astros top A's 9-8 on Altuve's bases-loaded walk in 9th

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    The Astros are a deep, veteran team, making it tough for bench players like Tony Kemp and Aledmys Diaz to get onto the field.

    That pair was ready Sunday, sparking Houston to a comeback win.

    A little wild work from Oakland's most-feared reliever helped, too.

    Jose Altuve drew a four-pitch walk from Athletics closer Blake Treinenwith the bases loaded and two outs in the bottom of the ninth inning, giving the Astros a 9-8 win and a three-game sweep of their AL West rival.

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