The Astros took 2 of 3 over the weekend in Oakland, beginning with an 8-3 win in the opener that saw Dexter Fowler and Domonic Brown hit long balls as Fowler finished with 4 RBI.

Scott Kazmir beat Phil Hughes - the two were traded for each other last offseason - to improve to 3-2. Kazmir lasted just 5.1 innings and allowed 3 runs on 7 hits with 6 strikeouts but it was enough for the win after a 5-run Houston 6th.

Fowler hit another home run in game 2 but Brown left the game with a strained calf after making a diving catch in the middle innings.

Mike Foltynewicz made his first start of the season and was rocked. He allowed 7 runs on 8 hits, including 3 homers, with 4 punch outs and a walk in just 4 innings on the hill. Foltynewicz is now 0-2 on the year.

Chris Carter drove in a pair of runs in the finale on Sunday as the Astros were 3-2 victors.

Brett Oberholtzer earned his 3rd win, allowing 2 runs on 4 hits with 7 strikeouts and 5 walks in 7.2 innings and Jesse Crain notched save number 7.

Brown will remain on the active roster for the time being as his calf injury is not expected to keep him out more than a few days.

The Astros will start their longest home stand of the season (10 games) on Monday when they play the first of 3 against Minnesota. Houston is just 3-7 at Minute Maid Park this year.

HOU 8-11-0
OAK 3-10-1

HOU 6-14-0
OAK 8-12-0

HOU 3-8-1
OAK 2-4-2

AL WEST STANDINGS through April 30, 2016

Mariners 17-7
Astros 14-11
Athletics 13-13
Angels 11-14
Rangers 11-15