After a month sidelined by injury, Yordan Álvarez is ready to rejoin the Houston Astros, aiming to spark their struggling offense and strengthen their MLB lineup.

Mike Burrows (0-1) looks for his first win as the Pirates try to even the series with Houston on Wednesday night.

Astros seventh. Jose Altuve flies out to shallow center field to Oneil Cruz. Christian Walker homers to left field. Yainer Diaz strikes out swinging. Victor Caratini strikes out swinging.