Jayden

Murray

Murray is getting the boot from the active roster and will be replaced by Alimber Santa on Friday. Murray will likely be up-and-down for the remainder of 2026.

Murray finds himself back in the big leagues with lefty reliever Bennett Sousa hitting the injured list with elbow inflammation. The 29-year-old figures to operate in middle relief after working six innings over four appearances for the Astros earlier this season.

The Astros needed to clear a spot on their active roster for the return of Ryan Weiss on Sunday and unfortunately Murray was the odd man out this time around. The 29-year-old right-hander holds a 6.00 ERA, 2.00 WHIP and a 5/5 K/BB ratio over six innings in four appearances with the Astros this season.

Murray was just optioned out on Monday, but he’ll return with Joey Loperfido (quad) landing on the injured list. The 29-year-old hurler allowed two runs over two innings in his lone appearance with the Astros this season. He’ll add a fresh arm to their middle relief corps on Sunday.

Murray is getting swapped out for a fresh arm after giving up two runs in two innings in his season debut Sunday.

It appears to be yet another injury to the Astros’ pitching staff, Bolton seemed to be dealing with some sort of tightness in his shoulder area before leaving. The right-hander walked the bases loaded, and was then lifted after two strikes to Brendan Donovan. The specifics on why Bolton had to exit should be available shortly. Jayden Murray has taken over on the mound.

Murray is up to give the Astros some bullpen help with the ability to work multiple innings. He’ll get the nod with J.P. France heading to Triple-A to make room.

It was thought that Murray had a good chance to make the Astros’ opening day bullpen after 11 2/3 strong debut innings in 2025. However, he allowed five runs on five hits in six innings this spring while posting a 7/5/ K/BB ratio, so he will begin the season in the minor leagues. He’ll likely get another chance early in the season.

Murray gave up one hit, walked one and struck out one. The 28-year-old suddenly has 5 1/3 scoreless innings to start his major league career. The Astros were up 2-0 when he left the game and would ultimately win 11-3. Colton Gordon pitched the last four innings of the game and earned the save. Murray threw just 40 pitches and is likely to remain in a bullpen role.

J.P. France, who hasn’t pitched since being called up Monday, figures to be involved. Murray has pitched 2 1/3 scoreless innings in two appearances since being called up for the first time nine days ago.