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Astros | Ken Giles sent down
Houston Astros RHP Ken Giles was optioned to Class AAA Fresno Wednesday, July 11. LHP Cionel Pérez was recalled from Class AAA Corpus Christi in a corresponding move.  Source: USA TODAY Sports - Bob Nightengale
 
BHQ take: This looks like an All-Star break opportunity to back Giles off following his June 10 meltdown vs. OAK, as well as a chance to create opportunity for their depth. Giles should be back a few weeks from now, if not sooner. Perez has posted an 83/22 K/BB, 1.98 ERA over 68 Double-A innings, as both a starter and reliever—and he'll try to carve out some space in an...

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