Former White Sox teammates Clayton Richard and Lucas Harrell will battle on the hill Wednesday, as the Padres and Astros look to take the lead a 1-1 four-game series.
Meanwhile, the Astros outfield has been overhauled, as Justin Maxwell was placed on the 15-day DL (ankle) Tuesday, and Scott Moore was called from Triple-A Oklahoma City as a replacement. Meanwhile, Travis Buck was designated for assignment, while Fernando Martinez returned from the 15-day DL (concussion), but will head to Oklahoma City. Also, right-hander Wilson Lopez is scheduled for a bullpen session after 11 days on the DL with a sprained elbow.
Date / Time: Wednesday, Jume 27, 7:05 p.m. CT
Location: Minute Maid Park, Houston, Texas
TV: Fox Sports Houston
Radio: KTRH 740, KLAT 1010
Probable Starters: Clayton Richard (5-7) vs. Lucas Harrell (6-6)
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