Astros activate Springer (thumb) from DL
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The Houston Astros activated All-Star outfielder George Springer from the 10-day disabled list prior to Friday's game against the Oakland Athletics.
Springer went on the DL after he sprained his left thumb on Aug. 5 against the Los Angeles Dodgers.
The 2017 World Series MVP is batting .250 with 19 homers and 58 RBIs in 109 games this season.
Houston optioned outfielder Derek Fisher to Triple-A Fresno following Wednesday night's game to open up a roster spot. Fisher, who turns 25 on Tuesday, was batting .165 with four homers and 11 RBIs in 42 games.
Also, second baseman Jose Altuve (knee) took batting practice and aggressively ran the bases on Friday. The three-time batting champion has been out since being injured on July 25.
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