Bennett Sousa

Bennett Sousa has begun throwing.

Fantasy Impact

Sousa has been on the injured list since August 22 with a low-grade left elbow flexor/pronator strain. He could make a return during the postseason.

The Astros placed LHP Bennett Sousa on the 15-day injured list with left elbow inflammation.

Fantasy Impact

Sousa had been holding a high-leverage role in the Astros bullpen. He doesn't have a timetable to return.

Bennett Sousa recorded the final out for the save on Monday against the Red Sox.

Fantasy Impact

Sousa struck out Roman Anthony to strand the tying runner on second base. Josh Hader is set to undergo tests on his shoulder.

Bennett Sousa struck out one batter in a perfect inning to earn the save in Friday's victory against the Angels.

Fantasy Impact

After today’s game, Sousa holds a 1.63 ERA and 0.83 WHIP with two saves across 22 appearances this season. Sousa got the save chance in the 10-inning game after Josh Hader pitched the ninth, but don't expect him to steal many more chances away from Hader going forward.

The Houston Astros have recalled Bennett Sousa from Triple-A Sugar Land.

Fantasy Impact

Sousa replaces Rafael Montero on the active roster, who was traded to the Atlanta Braves. He looked good with Triple-A Sugar Land, allowing only two hits and no earned runs over five innings.