Astros Pitcher Cristian Javier Diagnosed with Shoulder Strain, Placed on IL

Houston Astros pitcher Cristian Javier has been diagnosed with a Grade 2 right shoulder strain. He has been placed on the 15-day injured list, retroactive to April 9, after experiencing tightness in a recent start. Javier is expected to be re-evaluated in two weeks, marking a notable setback for the team's pitching rotation.