Astros Play the Rangers After Diaz's 4-Hit Game
Houston enters the series 0.5 games behind Texas after a five-game winning streak, and reports say the club will release J.P. France.
- The Houston Astros released 31-year-old pitcher J.P. France on Friday, just before opening a three-game series against the Texas Rangers at Daikin Park.
- Management opted to move on from the right-hander due to significant control issues, evidenced by a hefty 14.8% walk rate with Triple-A affiliate Sugar Land and 3.4 walks per nine innings.
- France debuted as a starter in 2023, compiling a 3.83 ERA over 136+ innings during his 23-start rookie campaign, though his opportunities dwindled significantly in subsequent years.
- The rivalry showdown begins Friday at 8:15 p.m. EDT, with the 55-55 Astros hosting the 55-54 Rangers, separated by just 0.5 games in the American League West.
- France remains eligible to sign with any MLB team on a minor-league deal, though he must demonstrate improved command to secure another opportunity in the Majors.
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Astros play the Rangers after Diaz's 4-hit game
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