1B,LF,RF - Houston Astros
- Age 32
- Maryland
- Bats: L
- Throws: L
Availability
LaMonte Wade Jr. went 1-for-4 in a 9-3 win over the Rangers with a grand slam.
Fantasy Impact
Wade Jr. has provided mixed results at the plate since returning from injury, reaching base in three of his last five contests. The 32-year-old remains another inconsistent bat when in the Astros lineup for manager Joe Espada, batting .250 with two homers, eight RBI, and five runs scored through nine games.
The Astros are activating LaMonte Wade Jr. from the injured list on Saturday.
Fantasy Impact
Wade has been on the injured list since June 9 with right hamstring soreness. He began a rehab assignment earlier this week. There is no word yet on the corresponding move.
Astros outfielder LaMonte Wade Jr. (hamstring) will begin a rehab assignment for Triple-A Sugar Land on Tuesday.
Fantasy Impact
Wade has been on the injured list since June 9 with right hamstring soreness, but will appear for Sugar Land on Tuesday in its series opener in Oklahoma City. The veteran has appeared in just four games for Houston this season but hit .250 with seven homers and an .861 OPS in 46 games for Triple-A Charlotte in the White Sox organization prior to joining the Astros.
The Astros say LaMonte Wade Jr. is "really, really close to being activated."
Fantasy Impact
Wade is working out with the team on Friday. It appears he could be activated from the injured list as early as next week.
Astros manager Joe Espada said LaMonte Wade Jr. is recovering faster than expected.
Fantasy Impact
Wade is likely to be activated by the end of June.
