Wesneski Returns, Posts Solid 5 2/3-Inning Outing for Houston
The Astros righty made his return appearance, showing live arm speed and generating 10 whiffs across 79 pitches.
Hayden Wesneski made his return to the mound for the Houston Astros, completing 5 2/3 innings. He allowed 7 hits and 3 earned runs while walking 2 and striking out 4. Wesneski generated 10 whiffs and touched 95.5 mph, suggesting his velocity is intact. The 79-pitch, 52-strike outing indicates he was on a moderate workload limit in his first game back.
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