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Cristian Javier Returns From Tommy John Surgery in Season Debut

The move underscores Houston’s effort to reinforce a rotation hobbled by multiple Tommy John surgeries

Houston Astros pitcher Cristian Javier (53) heads to the bullpen to warm up before starting against the Boston Red Sox at Daikin Park in Houston on Monday, Aug. 11, 2025.
Fans react as they grab Boston Red Sox third base Alex Bregman (2) homerun ball against the Houston Astros in the first inning at Daikin Park in Houston on Monday, Aug. 11, 2025.
Fans react to Boston Red Sox third base Alex Bregman (2) two-run home run in the first inning at Daikin Park in Houston on Monday, Aug. 11, 2025.
Houston Astros first base Christian Walker (8) connects for a two-run double in the third inning against the Boston Red Sox at Daikin Park in Houston on Monday, Aug. 11, 2025.

Overview

  • Javier is set to start Monday’s opener against the Boston Red Sox, marking his first major-league appearance since May 21, 2024, and he’ll face left-hander Garrett Crochet
  • He completed five rehab starts at Triple-A Sugar Land, allowing one earned run while striking out six and walking four in his most recent outing
  • Houston designated outfielder Cooper Hummel for assignment, recalled Jacob Melton and optioned Colton Gordon to clear a 40-man roster spot for Javier
  • Javier’s comeback bolsters a staff that has seen six starters undergo Tommy John surgery since 2023 and peaked with a league-high 19 players on the injured list
  • At 66-52, Houston holds a half-game lead in the AL West and relies on regained starters to sustain its tight divisional margin