The Astros, who once led the division by seven games, are now in a dead heat with the Mariners with 42 games to go.

Bregman returned to Houston for the first time since signing with the Red Sox last offseason. The Astros won 7-6.

In the ninth inning, Astros closer Josh Hader was nowhere to be seen, and manager Joe Espada revealed why in the postgame press conference. On Monday, Hader reported to the stadium and was dealing with shoulder discomfort, Espada told reporters.