Astros' pitcher Jose Urquidy diagnosed with forearm strain, joining injured list; team may consider upgrading pitcher roster.

Astros' pitcher Jose Urquidy is diagnosed with a forearm strain and will begin the season on the injured list. His injury adds to the team's pitching roster challenges, with Justin Verlander, Lance McCullers Jr., and Luis Garcia also expected to start the season on the injured list. The team may consider passing the third Competitive Balance Tax tier to acquire pitcher Blake Snell and strengthen their rotation.

March 18, 2024
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