Astros Lose Diaz to Oblique Strain

Houston catcher Yainer Diaz was placed on the 10-day injured list Tuesday with a left oblique strain suffered during batting practice Monday. Manager Joe Espada didn't provide a specific timeline for his return, only that he'll be out "for a while."

The Astros called up catcher César Salazar from Triple-A Sugar Land to serve as backup with veteran Christian Vázquez stepping in as the starter. Diaz, 27, is hitting .248 with two home runs and 14 RBIs in 26 games this season. amunra.help