2B,3B,SS - Houston Astros
- Age 27
- Bats: R
- Throws: R
Availability
Nick Allen went 1-for-2 in a loss to the Mariners with a solo home run.
Fantasy Impact
Allen has underwhelmed of late, registering hits in three of his last 10 contests. The infielder remains more of a reliable defensive option as another inconsistent bat in the Astros lineup for manager Joe Espada, slashing .259 with two home runs, 13 RBI, 20 runs scored, and two stolen bases across 69 games.
The Astros have reinstated infielder Nick Allen from the injured list ahead of Monday's series opener against the Twins.
Fantasy Impact
Allen has been on the IL with a Grade 1 hamstring strain since June 8 but will return after getting into some rehab games over the weekend. The light-hitting infielder hit .250 with a homer and a stolen base across 70 plate appearances prior to hitting the shelf.
Nick Allen began a rehab assignment at Triple-A Sugar Land on Saturday.
Fantasy Impact
Allen has been sidelined since early June due to a left hamstring strain. He should be activated in early July.
Nick Allen is expected to begin a rehab assignment over the weekend.
Fantasy Impact
Allen is recovering from a Grade 1 left hamstring strain that landed him on the injured list June 8. He has progressed to taking batting practice and fielding ground balls and is on track to begin a minor league rehab assignment this weekend. He is expected to be activated from the injured list in early July.
The Astros say Nick Allen is "really, really close to being activated."
Fantasy Impact
Allen is working out with the team on Friday. It appears he could be activated from the injured list as early as next week.
