PT TODAY: Springer's injury leaves OF questions in Houston

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Astros | George Springer put on DL
Houston Astros OF George Springer (wrist) was placed on the disabled list with a right wrist fracture Thursday, July 2. OF Alex Presley was called up from Class AAA Fresno in a corresponding roster move.  Source: MLB.com - Brian McTaggart
 
BHQ take: Though the wrist can heal without surgery, GM Jeff Luhnow was quoted as saying that a six-week return was the earliest possible scenario for Springer's return—a huge loss for his owners. Presley could inherit a little of Springer's time early on, but a career 80% ct% is the best he has to offer. A .259 BA and sub-par secondary...

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