Pujols Sets Record in Rangers Loss, Astros Fall to Nationals

ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) – Albert Pujols hit a three-run homer to become the major
league career leader in home runs by a player born outside the United States,
and the Los Angeles Angels beat the Texas Rangers 10-1 on Tuesday night. Pujols
hit his 19th homer of the season and the 610th of his career, snapping his tie
with Sammy Sosa for eighth all-time.

HOUSTON (AP) – Matt Wieters hit a two-run homer, Howie Kendrick had a two-run
triple and the Washington Nationals beat Houston for the ninth straight time,
4-3 in a matchup of division leaders. Washington’s winning streak over the
Astros dates to 2012. The Nationals have won 13 of 14 against Houston since
2011.