Verlander fans 11, extends Astros’ division lead

Justin Verlander went seven dominant innings as the Astros captured the series over the D-backs. Verlander, who struck out 11, tied his career single-season high of 269 set in 2009. His lone blemish came on David Peralta’s solo shot. Zack Greinke allowed four runs, including a Josh Reddick homer, over 6 1/3 frames. Daniel Descalso went deep in a ninth-inning rally that fell short.