Los Angeles: Left-hander Jose Suarez (pix) produced his second consecutive strong start before the Los Angeles Angels fended off a late rally in their 4-2 road victory over the Houston Astros on Saturday.

Suarez (7-7), fresh off his first career complete game, limited the Astros to one run on three hits and three walks while pitching into the sixth inning. His seven strikeouts were one shy of the career high Suarez set in his prior start when he stifled the Texas Rangers.