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Astros Vs. Reds: Game 2 Starting Lineups Announced, Carlos Lee Is Out

The Houston Astros started off their three game series versus the Cincinnati Reds with a 6-4 victory on Friday. The Astros will look to keep the momentum rolling with Lucas Harrell on the mound versus Johnny Cueto of the Reds. Matt Downs will replace Carlos Lee in the starting lineup after Lee sprained his left ankle in Friday's contest after trying to field a low throw from Chris Johnson.

Here are the starting lineups for both teams.

Houston Astros
1. Jordan Schafer (L) CF
2. Jose Altuve (R) 2B
3. Jed Lowrie (S) SS
4. Fernando Martinez (L) LF
5. Travis Buck (L) RF
6. Matt Downs (R) 1B
7. Chris Johnson (R) 3B
8. Chris Snyder (R) C
9. Lucas Harrell (S) P
Cincinnati Reds
1. Drew Stubbs (R) CF
2. Zack Cozart (R) SS
3. Joey Votto (L) 1B
4. Brandon Phillips (R) 2B
5. Jay Bruce (L) RF
6. Scott Rolen (R) 3B
7. Chris Heisey (R) LF
8. Ryan Hanigan (R) C
9. Johnny Cueto (R) P

First pitch is scheduled for 3:10 p.m. Central Time.

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