The Houston Astros are reportedly banking on the cavalry coming in sooner rather than later.
Jeff Passan of ESPN reported the team expects designated hitter/outfielder Yordan Álvarez, second baseman Jose Altuve and starting pitcher Jose Urquidy to return from the injured list early next month.
The team is also searching for a left-handed hitter to improve their lineup, which is largely full of right-handed batters.
This article will be updated soon to provide more information and analysis.
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