Houston places Cristian Javier on 15-day injured list with forearm discomfort

Houston right-handers Cristian Javier and José Urquidy will both undergo MRIs after each experiencing forearm discomfort.

Javier was placed on the 15-day injured list Monday, while Urquidy was prematurely removed from his rehab start with Triple-A Sugar Land last Friday. Houston manager Joe Espada said before Monday’s series opener in Seattle that both pitchers would have MRIs Tuesday.

Javier, 27, pitched four innings and allowed a season-high eight hits in his last start against the Angels last Tuesday. It was his third start since missing 18 games earlier this season with neck soreness. Javier skipped his scheduled session on Sunday due to discomfort.

Urquidy was making his third rehab start for Sugar Land when he was removed after 3 2/3 innings. Urquidy has yet to compete in major tournaments this season due to forearm discomfort.

Houston recalled RHP Alex Speas from Sugar Land to take Javier’s place. The Astros also recalled first baseman Jose Abreu from his rehab assignment and placed him in the lineup at first base against the Mariners.

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