NEW YORK -- Astros outfielder George Springer took a big step toward returning to action when he took batting practice Monday afternoon at Yankee Stadium for the first time since fracturing his right wrist July 1.
The Astros have missed Springer's presence in the lineup, going 22-22 in the first 44 games following his injury. He was hitting .264 with 13 homers, 29 RBIs and 14 steals in 75 games before being struck by a pitch thrown by Kansas City's Edinson Volquez.
"It was good to see him on the field," manager A.