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Yuli's snag denies Halos first hit vs. Keuchel

ANAHEIM -- A terrific diving catch by Astros first baseman Yuli Gurriel to rob Justin Upton to end the fourth inning helped preserve Dallas Keuchel's no-hit bid against the Angels on Friday night.

With an 83.6-mph exit velocity and 10-degree launch angle, the ball had a 57-percent hit probability, according to Statcast™. Gurriel was able dive to his right and catch the ball, allowing Keuchel to send down 12 of the first 13 hitters he faced.

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Earlier this season, Astros manager AJ Hinch touted Gurriel as a Gold Glove Award candidate for his proficiency at digging balls out of the dirt at first base.