The Toronto Blue Jays will have shortstop Bo Bichette back in the starting lineup Monday afternoon when they open a four-game series against the Houston Astros.
Bichette, who did not play during Sunday’s 8-1 loss to the New York Yankees, returns to the leadoff spot in the batting order.
The 26-year-old came off the injured list this past Tuesday after missing time due to a right calf strain. The two-time all-star has batted 3-for-21 with a double and five runs scored since his return.
First baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. will not miss a start after he was hit by a pitch Sunday. X-rays were negative, according to Sportsnet’s Shi Davidi.
Alejandro Kirk is in at catcher as Danny Jansen has been placed on the paternity list.
Right-handed pitcher Yariel Rodriguez (0-2, 5.94 ERA) gets the start on the mound.
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