Nolan Arenado powers Diamondbacks to 3-2 victory over the Astros

Nolan Arenado hit a two-run home run in the third inning to lift the Arizona Diamondbacks to a 3-2 victory over the Houston Astros on Sunday. The win secured a series victory for Arizona, marking its first in Houston since 2012. Arizona starter Eduardo Rodríguez allowed two singles and struck out six over six innings, while Kevin Ginkel earned his third save by striking out the side in the ninth. Houston’s Yordan Alvarez hit his 38th home run of the season, tying him for the American League lead. During the third inning, Arizona infielder Geraldo Perdomo was struck on the helmet by a line drive and left the game with a head contusion. Arizona travels to play the Kansas City Royals on Monday, while the Astros head to Philadelphia for a Tuesday series opener.

• 9:14 PMYahoo Sports — Nolan Arenado’s 2-run homer lifts the Diamondbacks past the Astros 3-2