Javier Steps Back on the Mound

Cristian Javier is inching closer to returning from his shoulder injury with a rehab start scheduled for Wednesday against Double-A Corpus Christi, following strong live batting practice and a promising velocity of 91-92 mph. The Astros pitcher, who’s struggled this season with just three starts and a 12.54 ERA, originally went on the injured list after a Grade 2 sprain in April. Meanwhile, Hunter Brown also heads back on a rehab assignment Thursday with Triple-A Sugar Land. Both pitchers are making steady progress — and fans are watching closely for Javier’s return to the mound. 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/67adaa52fa5fe44b