The Astros, having been shut out in three consecutive games over 28 innings following Tuesday’s 1-0 loss in 10 innings to the Tigers, could use a major jolt in their lineup. They might be about to get one with the return of slugger Yordan Alvarez.

Astros starting pitcher Luis Garcia didn't fare as well in his second rehab start of the season with the Hooks. Garcia was roughed up for six runs, five of those earned in 4.1 innings. He did strike out six RoughRiders in addition to having two walks.

The Mets hadn’t announced the results of Francisco Alvarez’s MRI exam as of Monday, a day after the catcher suffered an injury to his right thumb while diving into second base during Sunday’s win over Seattle, but they know how much they can’t afford to lose him for an extended period of time.

Catcher Francisco Alvarez could miss the rest of this season after injuring his right thumb on Sunday, but Mets officials are hopeful he can delay surgery long enough to contribute to the team’s playoff run.

New York Mets catcher Francisco Alvarez got some bad news about his thumb injury. Alvarez is headed to the injured list.

The legendary Manny Pacquiao made a successful return to the ring at 46, though he did not pick up the victory against WBC welterweight champion Mario Barrios. Despite entering the ring as an underdog, Pacquiao managed to battle to a draw and prove he still has some juice, even after a four-year retirement.

The biggest fight in recent boxing history is now less than a month away as Canelo Alvarez defends his undisputed super middleweight title against Terence Crawford. It's a true once-in-a-lifetime contest between two exceptionally accomplished boxers.