Daniel Johnson elects free agency - Daniel Johnson News

Johnson went unclaimed on waivers after he was designated for assignment by the Astros. He will be free to sign with any team.

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Lance McCullers Jr. (finger) unsure on making next start - Lance McCullers Jr. News

McCullers told reporters a portion of his fingernail on his right index finger popped off while throwing a third-inning curveball. He is currently scheduled to face the Mariners early next week.

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Jason Alexander optioned to Triple-A - Jason Alexander News

Alexander threw 4 1/3 innings in long relief during Wednesday’s loss against the Dodgers. He'll be optioned to make room for a fresh arm.

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Tatsuya Imai (arm) to make next start with Astros - Tatsuya Imai News

Imai continued to struggle with his command in his latest rehab start. He remains off the fantasy radar.

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Carlos Correa (ankle) will undergo season-ending surgery - Carlos Correa News

Correa injured his ankle during batting practice prior to Tuesday’s game against the Los Angeles Dodgers, and after visiting a specialist on Wednesday, it was determined that he will undergo season-ending surgery. His year ends after 32 games in which he posted a .279/.369/.418 slash line with three home runs. With Jeremy Pena (hamstring) also sidelined, Nick Allen and Braden Shewmake are expected to handle shortstop duties.

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Shay Whitcomb in Astros clubhouse Wednesday - Shay Whitcomb News

Whitcomb is likely to be officially called up with Carlos Correa going on the injured list.

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Carlos Correa (foot) on crutches in clubhouse Wednesday - Carlos Correa News

Correa remains slated to see a specialist on Wednesday. It appears he could miss significant time.

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HOU Astros Lineup 05/06
1. Brice Matthews 2B
2. Yordan Alvarez DH
3. Isaac Paredes 3B
4. Christian Walker 1B
5. Cam Smith RF
6. Zach Cole CF
7. Zach Dezenzo LF
8. Braden Shewmake SS
9. Cesar Salazar C
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Carlos Correa to see foot specialist Wednesday - Carlos Correa News

Correa was a late scratch from Tuesday’s lineup for Houston. There should be an update on his status later in the week.

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Josh Hader (biceps) throws scoreless inning in rehab appearance - Josh Hader News

Hader threw 16 pitches in the frame. He should be around the corner from making his way back to the Astros bullpen.

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