A look at what’s happening all around the majors Monday:
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TEXAS 10-STEP
The Houston Astros have won 10 straight games, matching the Texas Rangers for the longest streak in the majors this season. They’ll try to get No. 11 when they open a series against the Kansas City Royals. This roll has Houston running away with the AL West already, 13 1/2 games ahead of the Los Angeles Angels and Seattle Mariners and 15 clear of the Rangers. Mike Fiers (2-2, 4.96) starts the opener for Houston against Ian Kennedy (0-5, 5.12).
CONTENDER CLASH
Fresh off a series win over the NL Central-leading Brewers, the Los Angeles Dodgers return home to open a three-game series against the NL East-leading Washington Nationals.