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MLB: N.Y. Yankees 2, Houston 1

HOUSTON, June 13 (UPI) -- A solo homer by Derek Jeter in the eighth was the decisive blow Friday, lifting the New York Yankees to a 2-1 win over Houston.

It was the first regular-season appearance ever in Houston for the Yankees, who have won seven out of their last 10 games.

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New York's Joba Chamberlain, making his first road start, limited Houston to six hits and one run over six innings. He was matched by the Astros' Shawn Chacon, who allowed a run on three hits in six frames.

Neither starter figured in the decision, with Jose Veras (1-0) getting his first major league win in 38 career appearances. He struck out three in two innings of relief and Kyle Farnsworth put in a perfect ninth for his first save.

Jeter's homer came off Doug Brocail (2-1).

Jeter hit the second pitch Brocail threw in the game to right for his fourth home run of the season.

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