Javier Gets Tonight's Start for Houston
The Astros' official account confirmed Cristian Javier as the scheduled starting pitcher for tonight's game.
The Houston Astros confirmed via their official team account that Cristian Javier will start on the mound tonight. The post came directly from the club, lending credibility to the pitching assignment. No opponent or gamePk was specified in the post.
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