The Houston Astros and Miami Marlins play a three-game series at Daikin Park in Houston, Texas, with the first two games occurring on consecutive days and a “middle game” scheduled for July 21, 2026. On July 20, the Astros host the Marlins and wear their City Connect uniforms. Miami enters the series with a 52-48 record, while Houston is 47-54. Houston’s starting pitching includes Ronel Blanco, who is returning to the Astros rotation after undergoing right elbow surgery last season; the game marks his 2026 Major League debut. On July 21, Houston (48-54) and Miami (52-49) play the second game of the set. The Astros’ scheduled starter is right-hander Tatsuya Imai (5-4, 6.06 ERA), set to make his first start of the second half and first start in two weeks. He pitches against the Marlins, who counter with right-hander Tyler—listed as Tyler in the game preview—setting up a matchup between both teams’ scheduled starters. The series continues as both clubs aim to improve their standings during the stretch of play.