Cristian Javier

The Astros placed RHP Cristian Javier on the 15-day injured list.

Fantasy Impact

Javier hits the IL following his departure from Tuesday’s start against the Mariners. It is unclear if he'll be able to return if the Astros make the postseason.

Cristian Javier left Tuesday’s start after two innings with groin tightness.

Fantasy Impact

Javier will be up in the air to make his next start.

Cristian Javier allowed two earned runs on five hits and three walks while striking out two over 5 1/3 innings in Wednesday's loss to the Royals.

Fantasy Impact

Javier continues a strong stretch of late, allowing two earned runs or less in four of his last six trips to the mound. The right-hander has struggled with inconsistent command for much of the season for manager Joe Espada, posting a 5.31 ERA and 1.46 WHIP with an 8.4 K/9 ratio and 2-6 record across 16 appearances.

Cristian Javier allowed one earned run on three hits and one walk while striking out five over six innings in Thursday's 2-1 win over the Phillies.

Fantasy Impact

Javier has provided mixed results of late, allowing three earned runs or more in three of his last six contests. The right-hander remains another underwhelming arm in the Astros rotation for manager Joe Espada, posting a 5.50 ERA and 1.46 WHIP with an 8.9 K/9 ratio, .789 OPS allowed, and 2-5 record across 15 appearances.

Cristian Javier allowed one earned run on one hit and three walks while striking out eight over five innings in Friday's win over the Diamondbacks.

Fantasy Impact

Javier has struggled to miss opposing bats of late, allowing three earned runs or more in four of his last six contests. The right-hander remains another inconsistent arm in the Astros rotation to this point for manager Joe Espada, posting a 5.98 ERA and 1.55 WHIP with a 2-5 record and .824 OPS allowed across 14 appearances.