3 years agoHouston Astros infielder Aledmys Diaz will get the start at designated hitter Monday against the Mariners. The Astros are giving slugger Yordan Alvarez the day off while trying to get Diaz some at-bats to work out of his slump. Diaz was white-hot at the plate three weeks ago and had his batting average up to .306. But the return of Alex Bregman and Michael Brantley from injuries shrunk the utility man's opportunities and currently is mired in a 0-for-21 slump. Diaz will be a risky DFS call but has strong numbers against left-handed pitching this season, slashing .289/.337/.494 across 83 chances. The Mariners will send to the left-handed starter Yusei Kikuchi Monday night.--Joey C - RotoBaller
Source: Houston Astros