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Astros DFA pitcher, call up rookie on Saturday

The Houston Astros have started to find momentum after getting swept by the Detroit Tigers earlier this week. Heading into Saturday, the Astros have a chance to come out with the series win against the Baltimore Orioles.

Before Houston's game on Friday, the team made multiple roster moves within its pitching staff as the Astros continue to be plagued by injuries in the rotation.

Houston designated RHP Shawn Dubin for assignment to make room for rookie RHP AJ Blubaugh, according to Astros writer Michael Schwab.

Why did the Astros DFA Shawn Dubin?

Houston was able to get Shawn Dubin back from the 15-day injured list on Aug. 12. The 30-year-old relief pitcher suffered a forearm strain in his throwing arm on June 24.

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