Astros Make Move Immediately After Twins Game
Astros Make Move Immediately After Twins Game originally appeared on Athlon Sports.
The Houston Astros have won three straight games, but the last two came at a price. They lost infielder Isaac Paredes to a hamstring strain in Thursday's 4-3 victory over the Chicago White Sox and rookie outfielder Jacob Melton to ankle soreness in Friday's 10-3 win over the Minnesota Twins.
Advertisement
Paredes has been productive all season, leading the team with 15 homers and 42 RBI. Meanwhile, Melton had the second two-hit game of his career on Friday, including a two-run triple in the third inning. The 24-year-old finished 2-for-2 with three RBI and one run scored.
The Astros made a roster move after Friday's contest, via The Athletic's Chandler Rome.
Houston Astros left fielder Jacob Melton (31)© Thomas Shea-Imagn Images
"The Astros are calling up infielder Luis Guillorme from Triple-A Sugar Land, source tells The Athletic," he reported. "Both Jacob Melton and Isaac Paredes are dealing with injuries, though Melton's appears to be more serious."
Rome later clarified that Houston has an open 40-man roster spot, but will need a 26-man spot.
Guillorme has a career slash line of .251/.336/.322 with five homers and 28 RBI in 414 games. The 30-year-old is slashing .245/.376/.310 with two homers and 21 RBI in 56 Triple-A games this year.
Advertisement
Houston is five games ahead of the Seattle Mariners for first place in the AL West and is 7-3 in its last 10 contests.
The Astros would clinch a series win over the Twins with another win on Saturday. Right-handed pitcher Hunter Brown (8-3, 1.82 ERA) will start on the mound for them against Minnesota right-hander Joe Ryan (7-2, 2.96 ERA).
Related: Astros Announce Jacob Melton News After Leaving Twins Game
Related: Astros Announce Isaac Paredes News After Leaving White Sox Game
This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 14, 2025, where it first appeared.
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
Yahoo
33 minutes ago
- Yahoo
Yankees Turn Heads With Giancarlo Stanton Statement on Monday
Yankees Turn Heads With Giancarlo Stanton Statement on Monday originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Giancarlo Stanton finally returned for the New York Yankees on Monday. His return couldn't have come at a better time, as they have lost five of their last eight games and scored a total of five runs in their last four games.. Advertisement They're coming off a three-game sweep at the hands of their American League East rival Boston Red Sox and are taking on the Los Angeles Angels at home. Stanton had been dealing with an elbow injury and is making his 2025 season debut. The Yankees took to their official X account to make it clear that Stanton, a five-time All-Star and former National League MVP with the Miami Marlins, is back in action. Stanton got his first hit of 2025 in the fourth inning, and fans reacted on X. "BIG G‼️‼️‼️," one fan wrote. "111 exit velo 💪🏼," another fan wrote. "welcome back," a third fan wrote. "torpedo big g we're winning it all," another fan wrote. "Surprised he made it to first base without pulling his hammy," a fifth fan wrote. "Not back until he knocks one out of the park," another user wrote. Stanton had torn tendons in both elbows during spring training, and there was some fear that he would have to sit out the whole season. Last year, he had 72 RBIs and 27 home runs in 114 regular-season games as the team got to the Fall Classic. New York Yankees designated hitter Giancarlo Stanton (27) celebrates in the dugout after hitting a two-run home run against the Los Angeles Dodgers. Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images Not a lot has gone right for the Yankees ever since they lost in last season's World Series to the Los Angeles Dodgers. They lost superstar Juan Soto in free agency to the New York Mets, which was a stunning development that seemed to signify a karmic shift in balance between the two New York teams. Advertisement The Yankees have always been thought of as the titans of Major League Baseball, while the Mets have been the ugly stepchild of New York baseball, but Soto's departure put a huge dent in that tired old narrative. The Yankees took a 42-28 record into Monday's game. They still have a cushion over the Tampa Bay Rays, who are in second place in the American League East, but it isn't one they can take for granted. Related: Mets Legend Makes Strong Statement After Historic Pete Alonso News This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 17, 2025, where it first appeared.
Yahoo
4 hours ago
- Yahoo
Thunder Make NBA History After Game 4 Win Over Pacers
Thunder Make NBA History After Game 4 Win Over Pacers originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The Oklahoma City Thunder flirted with disaster in Game 4 of the NBA Finals. However, in the process of avoiding a worst-case scenario, they made NBA history. Advertisement After a tight contest throughout the first three quarters of Game 4, the Thunder were catapulted to a decisive 111-104 victory over the Indiana Pacers after a strong 31-17 fourth quarter. The win evened up the NBA Finals at 2-2. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander was held without an assist for the first time in the entirety of 2024-25 NBA season. However, this season's MVP did deliver his usual dosage of scoring medicine, dropping 35 points. It was the first time since 1962 that an NBA Finals game featured a performance that involved a player scoring 35-plus points and no assists. Jerry West was the last player to be in that elusive club. That was not the only piece of history in this matchup for the Thunder. They set a new standard for an NBA team in a single season. Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) shoots the ball against Indiana Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton (0) during the first half during game three of the 2025 NBA Finals at Gainbridge Terada-Imagn Images The NBA posted on Twitter/X, "After tonight's game, the Thunder have scored 12,205 points, setting a new NBA record for most total points scored across the regular season and postseason, passing the 2018-19 [Golden State] Warriors (12,161)." Advertisement The Thunder are the new benchmark for scoring excellence in league history. Oklahoma City averaged 120.5 points in the regular season, and have continued that success with 116.2 in the NBA Playoffs. There could be one key reason for the Thunder not wanting to be in the same company as the 2018-19 Warriors, though. That iteration of the Golden Dynasty wound up losing the 2019 NBA Finals. Kawhi Leonard and the Toronto Raptors took down the Warriors in six games to win the Larry O'Brien trophy that season. However, the Thunder have already better-positioned themselves in an aim to avoid a similar disaster. The 2019 Warriors fell behind 3-1 in their NBA Finals matchup. Meanwhile, after setting the new scoring mark, the Thunder will head home to Oklahoma City for a pivotal Game 5 matchup with the series tied. Advertisement Related: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Makes Thunder Playoff History Despite Loss to Pacers Related: Pacers' Bennedict Mathurin Makes NBA History in Game 3 vs. Thunder This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 14, 2025, where it first appeared.
Yahoo
4 hours ago
- Yahoo
Ravens Star Key to Defeating Father Time in 2025
Ravens Star Key to Defeating Father Time in 2025 originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The Baltimore Ravens will enter the 2025 season with one of the best rosters in football and some of the highest expectations. Once again, it's Super Bowl or bust for Baltimore, and with high-profile stars on both sides of the ball, the bar has justifiably been set. Advertisement In 2024, the Ravens were the second-most dangerous team in football on the ground, trailing only the Philadelphia Eagles and 2,000-yard rusher Saquon Barkley. The addition of Derrick Henry gave them a closer, a punishing back who can make sure the four-minute offense operates well. Henry rushed for 1,921 yards and 16 touchdowns and contributed 139 receiving yards and two receiving touchdowns. If there's a hitch in Baltimore's plan, Bleacher Report suggests it would be Henry struggling in 2025. 'Father Time finally catches up to a 31-year-old Derrick Henry just after signing a big, new contract, and the Ravens move in the wrong direction as a result,' Brad Gagnon wrote. However, Ravens star quarterback Lamar Jackson is key to Baltimore surviving regression from its starting running back. Advertisement The biggest risk in paying Henry is the opportunity cost of signing another contributor in a Super Bowl window. At 31, it's entirely possible that he stumbles down the cliff awaiting so many running backs. But even a diminished version of Henry isn't likely to be a detriment to the offense. The Ravens' run game was elite with Henry in 2024, finishing second in the league in expected points added per rush. In the four preceding seasons, Baltimore ranked first, 11th, second and third, respectively. This offense doesn't need Henry at his best to be elite. He makes them more dangerous in January and is a significant part of the team's plans, but Jackson's mobility has made every backfield configuration a strong one. There's no reason why that shouldn't continue in 2025. Henry has proven to be an outlier in his aging and durability. He should be expected to dominate again with Jackson's gravity making his life easier. Advertisement It goes without saying that the worst-case scenario for the Ravens is Jackson going down. In virtually any scenario, the two-time NFL MVP has the talent to weather the storm. Related: Ravens Defensive Trio Ranked Among NFL's Elite Related: Lamar Jackson Is Too Good To Lead NFL in Passing This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 15, 2025, where it first appeared.
