PT TODAY: Marisnick injury shakes up HOU outfield

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Astros | Jake Marisnick out up to two months
Houston Astros OF Jake Marisnick (thumb) was diagnosed with a fractured right thumb, which he sustained Wednesday, Sept. 13, against the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim, and he will be out six to eight weeks. He's scheduled to undergo surgery Friday, Sept. 15.  Source: ROOT Sports - Julia Morales
 
BHQ take: Marisnick's injury changes the HOU OF dynamic for the remainder of 2017. George Springer likely will move over from right field to resume his role as most-of-the-time CF. Josh Reddick will man RF again (instead of LF) vs. RHPs, while utility Marwin Gonzalez...

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