Houston Astros Reinstate Bennett Sousa, Option Colton Gordon to Triple-A
Astros' Sousa activated, Gordon sent to Triple-A
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The Houston Astros have reinstated left-handed pitcher Bennett Sousa from the injured list ahead of their game against the New York Yankees. Colton Gordon has been sent to Triple-A Sugar Land after struggling with an 11.57 ERA this season.
- 01Bennett Sousa returns after recovering from a left oblique strain.
- 02Colton Gordon has been optioned to Triple-A Sugar Land.
- 03Gordon posted an 11.57 ERA in four appearances this season.
- 04Sousa had a strong performance last season with a 2.84 ERA.
- 05The Astros are looking to strengthen their bullpen with Sousa's return.
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The Houston Astros have activated left-handed pitcher Bennett Sousa from the injured list prior to their game against the New York Yankees. Sousa has not pitched this season due to a left oblique strain sustained during spring training. In a corresponding move, left-handed pitcher Colton Gordon was optioned to Triple-A Sugar Land after struggling with an 11.57 ERA in four appearances. Gordon allowed seven hits and five runs in just two innings during a 12-4 loss to the Yankees on Friday night. Sousa was a reliable option in the Astros' bullpen last season, finishing with a 5-1 record and a 2.84 ERA over 44 games, including four saves, before missing the last 36 games due to left elbow inflammation.
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Sousa's return is expected to bolster the Astros' bullpen, which is crucial for their performance in the ongoing season.
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