Astros' Jason Alexander: Recalled ahead of start

The Astros recalled Alexander from Triple-A Sugar Land on Thursday.

Alexander will draw the start in Thursday's home game against the Athletics, and he could earn additional starts with the big club as the Astros navigate a myriad rotation injuries. The 32-year-old's other start for Houston this season also came against the Athletics, and he held them to two runs in six frames. However, the journeyman righty isn't a great bet to put up another quality start Thursday.