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Josh Hader - Notches two-inning save Hader tossed two perfect innings, striking out three batters on his way to a save in Sunday's 9-7 extra-inning win over the Twins.

Impact Hader was tasked with keeping the game tied at 7-7 in the bottom of the ninth inning, setting the Twins down in order, including a strikeout. He then returned to the mound for the bottom of the tenth, working around the inherited runner at second, to secure his fourth save of the year. Hader has now allowed one run on two hits and two walks while striking out six batters over five innings in four appearances out of the bullpen this season.

24 MINS AGO • ROTOWIRE

How to Watch Mariners vs. Astros: TV Channel & Live Stream - April 7

Preview the April 7 matchup between the Seattle Mariners and Houston Astros with recent trends, how to watch, livestream info, and more.

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Ronel Blanco - Struggles against Twins Blanco pitched 1.2 innings, giving up four runs on five hits and three walks while striking out three batters in Sunday's 9-7 extra-inning win over the Twins. He did not factor int...

Impact Blanco was in trouble early Sunday, surrendering three hits and a walk in the first inning, which resulted in three runs for Minnesota. He then walked two batters and gave up two singles while recording just two outs in the second frame, resulting in the final tally on his line. Blanco has now combined to allow seven runs on eight hits and six walks while striking out nine batters over 6.2 innings in two starts this season. His next turn in the rotation is tentatively set to come Saturday at home against the Angels.

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Luis Contreras - Headed to Triple-A Contreras is expected to be optioned to Triple-A Sugar Land on Monday, Ari Alexander of KPRC 2 Houston reports.

Impact Contreras will head to Triple-A after posting a 9.00 ERA and 1.50 WHIP with six strikeouts over six innings in five appearances with the Astros so far this season. The transaction will make space for right-hander Logan VanWey to join the team in Seattle and potentially make his major-league debut.

2 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Luis Contreras - Headed to Triple-A Contreras is expected to be optioned to Triple-A Sugar Land on Monday, Ari Alexander of KPRC 2 Houston reports.

Impact Contreras will head to Triple-A after posting a 9.00 ERA and 1.50 WHIP with six strikeouts over six innings in five appearances with the Astros so far this season. The transaction will make space for right-hander Logan VanWey to join the team in Seattle and potentially make his major-league debut.

2 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Logan VanWey - Set for major-league debut VanWey is expected be called up from Triple-A Sugar Land on Monday, Ari Alexander of KPRC 2 Houston reports.

Impact VanWey will join the Astros in Seattle after making four appearances out of the bullpen for Sugar Land so far this season, posting a 4.50 ERA and 2.00 WHIP with seven strikeouts over four innings. The right-hander is now set for the chance to make his major-league debut against the Mariners. In a corresponding move, right-hander Luis Contreras is expected to be optioned to Triple-A.

2 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Logan VanWey - Set for major-league debut VanWey is expected be called up from Triple-A Sugar Land on Monday, Ari Alexander of KPRC 2 Houston reports.

Impact VanWey will join the Astros in Seattle after making four appearances out of the bullpen for Sugar Land so far this season, posting a 4.50 ERA and 2.00 WHIP with seven strikeouts over four innings. The right-hander is now set for the chance to make his major-league debut against the Mariners. In a corresponding move, right-hander Luis Contreras is expected to be optioned to Triple-A.

2 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

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Astros rally from six down to slay Twins Jose Altuve delivered a go-ahead single in the top of the 10th inning, and the Houston Astros rallied for a 9-7 win over the Minnesota Twins...

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Another stunning Houston comeback: Astros score 8 unanswered to shock Twins MINNEAPOLIS -- Quitting must not be in a Houstonian’s DNA.

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Mariners vs. Astros Prediction, Odds, Picks - April 7

Preview the April 7 matchup between the Seattle Mariners and Houston Astros with odds over/under, game spread, betting lines and more.

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Twins turn quiet after a loud start, fall to Astros in 10th The Twins held a six-run lead after four innings, when their hitting stopped and the Astros’ began.

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Altuve drives in winning run in 10th after Alvarez's homer in 9th ties it as Astros top Twins 9-7

Jose Altuve drove in the go-ahead run with a single in the 10th inning after Yordan Alvarez tied it with a two-run homer in the ninth and the Houston Astros rallied from an early s...

3 HOURS AGO • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Framber Valdez - Battling illness GM Dana Brown said Sunday that Valdez is dealing with some fatigue and a sore throat, putting his status in question for his scheduled turn through the rotation Tuesday in Seattle,...

Impact The left-hander could still be available to pitch Tuesday, but for now the Astros are leaving Tuesday's starter as "to-be-announced." In his first two starts of the season, Valdez has a 3.17 ERA, 1.17 WHIP and 13:6 K:BB across 12 innings.

5 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Framber Valdez - Battling illness Astros general manager Dana Brown said Sunday that Valdez is dealing with some fatigue and a sore throat, putting his status in question for his scheduled turn through the rotation...

Impact The left-hander could still be available to pitch Tuesday, but for now the Astros are leaving Tuesday's starter as "to-be-announced." In his first two starts of the season, Valdez has a 3.17 ERA, 1.17 WHIP and 13:6 K:BB across 12 innings.

5 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Cam Smith - Sitting Sunday Smith is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Twins.

Impact Smith will get a day off to clear his head after what's been a rough start to his big-league career. Through his first six games, Smith has gone 2-for-18 with nine strikeouts against two walks.

7 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Deadspin | With 6-run 4th, Twins pick up win over Astros Deadspin | With 6-run 4th, Twins pick up win over Astros

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Astros' Jose Altuve Facing Backlash After Humiliating Error Saturday So much for the Jose Altuve left field experiment.

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Byron Buxton paces Twins into series finale vs. Astros As Byron Buxton goes, the Minnesota Twins tend to go.That could be good news for the Twins as they take on the Houston Astros in the rubber...

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Twins and Astros meet, winner takes 3-game series

The Minnesota Twins and Houston Astros play on Sunday with the three-game series tied 1-1

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Brendan Rodgers - Four-game hitting streak Rodgers went 1-for-3 with a double and a walk Saturday against the Twins.

Impact Rodgers started his fourth consecutive game at second base and has gradually picked up his performance. He has at least one hit in each of those four contests and has doubles in consecutive games. Rodgers appears to have a clear grip on a starting role and his recent performance should help him maintain playing time.

20 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Cam Smith - Strikeouts piling up Smith went 0-for-4 with three strikeouts Saturday against the Twins.

Impact Smith has served as Houston's primary right fielder after an eye-catching spring training. His results haven't carried over into the regular season, however, as he is hitting only .111 across 21 plate appearances while also striking out nine times. If he continues to struggle to make consistent contact, Smith will likely lose playing time and potentially be in danger of a demotion to Triple-A Sugar Land.

20 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Cam Smith - Strikeouts piling up Smith went 0-for-4 with three strikeouts Saturday against the Twins.

Impact Smith has served as Houston's primary right fielder after an eye-catching spring training. His results haven't carried over into the regular season, however, as he is hitting only .111 across 21 plate appearances while also striking out nine times. If he continues to struggle to make consistent contact, Smith will likely lose playing time and potentially be in danger of a demotion to Triple-A Sugar Land.

20 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

A decisive 4th and quiet bats make for perfect storm in Astros' loss MINNEAPOLIS -- A hit batsman. A stolen base. A base on balls. Multiple defensive errors. In a state where bingo is a beloved pastime, the As...

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