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The Houston Astros made quite a bit of changes on Saturday. Following Jacob Melton picking up an ankle injury during Friday's contest, it seemed likely that he was going to need an injured list stint based on what was being reported after the game.
1938 — Four days after pitching a no-hitter against the Boston Braves, Johnny Vander Meer of the Cincinnati Reds pitched his second straight no-hit game, defeating the Dodgers 6-0 in the first night game played in Brooklyn.
Isaac Paredes' hamstring injury hasn't forced him to the IL yet, but Jacob Melton's new ankle injury could lead to a prolonged absence.
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Houston Astros outfielder Chas McCormick hit off a tee Friday in a step in his recovery from a left oblique strain, manager Joe Espada said. McCormick is on the 10-day injured list retroactive to May 30 with the oblique strain, which occurred on a swing in a game against the Rays.
The Houston Astros lost their decade-long anchor at third base in February when Alex Bregman bolted for Boston. Houston's new face at the hot corner has quickly quieted any concern over the future of the position.
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Chris Paddack was the latest Twins starting pitcher to struggle, giving up nine runs in four innings.
The Houston Astros, who broke out for 10 runs on Friday to beat the Twins, will have Hunter Brown (8-3, 1.82) pitching against Joe Ryan (7-2, 2.96) on Saturday. How to watch, listen When: 3:10 p.m. Saturday,