"We want to make it a hard decision for them (the front office)," Suarez told USA TODAY Sports' Bob Nightengale about Arizona potentially not being sellers at the deadline.

The Arizona Diamondbacks swept the Cardinals to kick off the second half of the season in three virtually non-competitive ball games.

D-backs righty Ryne Nelson (6-2) had a quality start, giving up one run on four hits over six innings.

The Arizona Diamondbacks (50-50) will host the Houston Astros (57-42), Monday at 9:40 p.m. ET, in the opener of a three-game series.

The Milwaukee Brewers have a chance to push their winning streak to nine as they take on the Los Angeles Dodgers on July 19 at Dodger Stadium.

Not only does Stowers lead the Marlins in hitting with his .295 average, he also is their premier power option with 21 home runs and 59 RBI.

Despite recent inconsistencies, the Diamondbacks are showing signs of a potential playoff push. Ketel Marte returned from the restricted list but did not start in the Sunday game. A year ago, the Diamondbacks ripped off a hot streak in the second half that vaulted them back into contention.