MLB Houston Astros Christian Vázquez

Christian

Vázquez

Aaron Judge

Aaron Judge’s injury gives the Yankees an unwelcome challenge, while Tarik Skubal’s return could boost Tigers

The reigning MVP and Cy Young Award winners in the American League both are on the injured list. One is on his way back, the other went on the IL just over the last few days.

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Associated Press,

Christian Vázquez

HOU Catcher #2

Christian Vázquez homers as Astros take down Cubs
Yainer Diaz

HOU Catcher #21

Diaz scratched Monday with abdominal injury
Yainer Diaz

HOU Catcher #21

Yainer Diaz on the bench on Wednesday
Christian Vázquez

HOU Catcher

Astros add veteran C Vázquez to active roster
César Salazar

HOU Catcher #18

César Salazar designated for assignment

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Eric Samulski,

Eric Samulski,

2026 MLB Home Run Derby: Jordan Walker and Willson Contreras added, new rules, how to watch

D.J. Short
,

D.J. Short
,

2026 MLB Draft Big Board: Roch Cholowsky, Grady Emerson, Vahn Lackey headline this year’s class

Christopher Crawford
,

Christopher Crawford
,

Fantasy Baseball Closer Report: Bryan Baker earns first All-Star selection, Tyler Wells emerging in Baltimore

Jorge Montanez,

Jorge Montanez,

Fantasy Baseball Steals Report: Konnor Griffin hurt again and Astros stumble in run game

James Schiano,

James Schiano,

Astros demote starting pitcher Mike Burrows to Triple-A after 10-run outing

Associated Press,

Associated Press,