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Rookie Spencer Arrighetti will take Justin Verlander's spot on the mound at Minute Maid Park.

With José Abreu gone, what's the next move for Astros' GM Dana Brown? Astros general manager Dana Brown was open about his continued belief that his team will climb back into the race and he will be a buyer at the trade deadline.
'It sucks, man': Astros players react to release of José Abreu: "We're a family here. That's the thing. It's a gut-punch for the vibe in the clubhouse. Watching him go is not good," said Mauricio Dubón, who started in Abreu's usual spot at first base Friday night.

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