ARLINGTON -- Left-hander Martin Perez comes off the disabled list and starts on Friday against the Astros. It will be his first start in the Major Leagues since May 10, 2014, as he has been recovering from Tommy John elbow reconstruction surgery. It also marks the beginning of what could be an interesting two weeks for the Rangers' rotation leading up to the non-waive Trade Deadline.
The Rangers will open the second half with Perez, Colby Lewis and Yovani Gallardo pitching against the Astros. Wandy Rodriguez and Matt Harrison, who had a live batting practice session on Thursday in Houston, are scheduled to pitch Monday and Tuesday against the Rockies in Colorado.