The Seattle Mariners took two-of-three games from the division-rival Houston Astros over the weekend, picking up a game in the American League West standings in

Christian Walker hit a go-ahead solo homer in the sixth inning as the Houston Astros rallied from an early three-run deficit and beat the Seattle Mariners 11-3 to avoid a series sweep.

Taylor Trammell homered and drove in three runs against his former team as the Houston Astros beat the Seattle Mariners 11-3 to prevent a three-game sweep.

Houston's run prevention machine has broken down in July, putting undue pressure on a lineup that is ill-equipped to carry an entire team.

The Houston Astros made a Framber Valdez announcement before Friday's series opener against the Seattle Mariners.

The Houston Astros need to be aggressive at the trade deadline to fill the gaps on their roster, even if it costs them their prospects.

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