Astros Place Outfielder McCormick on 10-Day Injured List, Recall Whitcomb

The Houston Astros have placed outfielder Chas McCormick on the 10-day injured list retroactive to May 30 due to a left oblique strain. McCormick, who has struggled offensively this season with a .256 batting average and no home runs, was injured on a check swing and joins a lengthy list of Astros players on the injured list. To fill his roster spot, the Astros recalled infielder Shay Whitcomb from Triple-A Sugar Land. Whitcomb, 26, has shown strong offensive performance in the minors, hitting .275 with 18 home runs, and offers versatile defensive capabilities across multiple positions. While Whitcomb struggled in his initial major league stint, the Astros hope his recent success in Triple-A will translate to a productive contribution. The Astros continue to manage a depleted roster as they aim to maintain their lead in the AL West and prepare for a potential postseason run.