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- Updated: April 25, 2016
SEATTLE — Astros manager A.J. Hinch said Monday he expects to carry 13 pitchers for the immediate future after calling up hard-throwing right-hander Michael Feliz from Triple-A Fresno following Sunday’s 12-inning loss to the Red Sox.
With rookie right-hander Chris Devenski having thrown five innings in relief in the previous three games, the Astros optioned outfielder Jake Marisnick to Fresno to make room for another arm. Closer Luke Gregerson threw two innings Sunday, as well, putting his status in doubt for Monday.
“We’ve got to rest our bullpen a little bit, and obviously with our starters not getting as deep into games as we’re accustomed to, it puts a lot of stress on the bullpen,” Hinch said. “To have that extra arm down there for the sake of …
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