Allen Out Again, Whitcomb Called Up

Houston’s versatile utility man Nick Allen is sidelined again, this time with a hamstring strain that forces him off the field mid-game — his second injury stint this season. His recent offensive surge, capped by a long-awaited home run and key contributions, now hangs in the balance. With key teammates like Altuve and Hader returning, this setback stings even more. To fill the void, the Astros call up infielder Shay Whitcomb, a minor league standout with major league potential, hoping he can step up and keep the team’s momentum alive. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/682b9627fba2f621