Jeremy Peña and Christian Walker each had three hits and an RBI, and the Houston Astros cruised to a 5-1 win over the Toronto Blue Jays.

After a day off came signs of an awakening. On Monday, Christian Walker was held out of the Houston Astros lineup for the first time this season. Manager Joe Espada deemed it a "breather" for the first baseman amid a difficult start,

Christian Walker continued his hot streak by slugging a homer to spark a three-run second inning, and rookie starter Ryan Gusto held the Blue Jays to one run and three hits in 5 2/3 innings to lead the Astros to a 3-1 win Wednesday night at Daikin Park.