Three two-run homers propel Astros past Royals

Aledmys Diaz hit the first of Houston's three two-run home runs Friday night as the Astros defeated the host Kansas City Royals 10-3 in the first game of a three-game series.

Diaz finished 3-for-5 with three RBIs.

The Astros won their fifth straight game while handing the Royals their fifth straight loss.

Houston starter Jose Urquidy (5-2) allowed three runs on five hits in six innings. He walked one and struck out six