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Astros consider Cristian Javier for weekend starts against Tigers

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 24, 2026, 10:41 PM

Last updated Jun 24, 2026

Astros consider Cristian Javier for weekend starts against Tigers

Summary

The Houston Astros will begin a four-game series against the Detroit Tigers on June 25. Tatsuya Imai is slated to start Thursday's game, while Spencer Arrighetti will take the mound on Friday. Manager Joe Espada indicated that Cristian Javier is a candidate for one of the weekend starts but has not confirmed any announcements yet. Javier would be on five days’ rest since his last rehab start, suggesting he could return to action soon.

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Key Details

•Astros face Tigers in four-game series starting June 25.
•Imai and Arrighetti are confirmed starters for Thursday and Friday.
•Javier is a potential starter for Saturday or Sunday.
•Javier would have five days’ rest before a potential start.

Latest Updates

10:41 PMYahoo Sports — Javier Could Start for Astros This Weekend

What they're saying

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The Houston Astros are set for a 4 game series in Detroit starting tomorrow against the Tigers. Currently, the Astros have listed Tatsuya Imai as their Thursday starter and Spencer Arrighetti as their Friday starter. As for Saturday and Sunday, their starter is listed as TBD. Could Cristian Javier be getting one of those starts? […]
— Yahoo Sports

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