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HOU Cristian Javier
Houston Astros
Pitcher
2024 Projected Value: $18
2024 Actual Value: $0 Difference: $-18
Based on 10-team AL-only league

Player Stats      Daily Log
Year W L Sv Hold IP H BB SO ER ERA WHIP Rate
2024 proj 12 8 0 0 167.0 132 58 173 69 3.72 1.138 48.4
2024 2 1 0 0 24.7 20 15 18 11 4.01 1.419 19.1
2023 10 5 0 0 162.0 143 62 159 81 4.50 1.265 25.4
2022 11 9 0 1 148.7 89 52 194 42 2.54 0.948 85.2
2021 4 1 2 5 101.3 67 53 130 40 3.55 1.184 36.8
2020 5 2 0 0 54.3 36 18 54 21 3.48 0.994 59.6

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5/13/24 Houston Astros Manger Makes Clear Plan for Six-Man Rotation. The Houston Astros starting rotation is an ever-evolving story this season, with another wrinkle being added today. Manager Joe Espada announced that Cristian Javier will make Thursday's start in the series finale against the Oakland Athletics, per The Athletic's Chandler Rome. Hunter Brown will still make a start this weekend against the Milwaukee Brewers, which means that Houston is now in a six-man rotation. There is a bright side to this, in that the Astros finally have enough healthy pitchers that a six-man rotation is possible.
Source: https://www.si.com/mlb/astros/news/houston-astros-...
5/11/24 Astros face the Tigers leading series 1-0. Houston Astros (14-24, fourth in the AL West) vs. Detroit Tigers (19-19, fourth in the AL Central) Detroit; Saturday, 6:10 p.m. EDT PITCHING PROBABLES: Astros: Cristian Javier (0-0); Tigers: Tarik Skubal (4-0, 1.90 ERA, 0.77 WHIP, 53 strikeouts) : LINE Tigers -135, Astros +114; over/under is 7 runs BOTTOM LINE: The Houston Astros play the Detroit Tigers with a 1-0 series lead. Detroit has an 8-10 record in home games and a 19-19 record overall. Tigers pitchers have a collective 3.31 ERA, which ranks seventh in the majors. Houston is 7-12 on the road and 14-24 overall. The Astros are 8-4 in games when they hit at least two home runs. The teams meet Saturday for the second time this season. TOP
Source: https://abc13.com/sports/astros-face-the-tigers-le...
5/09/24 Houston Astros Set Return Date for Injured Starter Cristian Javier. Cristian Javier, as expected, will return for the Houston Astros when they face the Detroit Tigers this weekend at Comerica Park. The Astros set their pitching probables for the three-game series and slotted Javier in for Saturday's game. The right-hander is not activated yet. Houston will need to make a move before Saturday's game to put him back on the 26-man roster.
Source: https://www.si.com/mlb/astros/news/houston-astros-...
5/04/24 Astros pitcher Cristian Javier solid early in rehab start with the Hooks. Here's how it went.. Houston Astros pitcher Cristian Javier made a rehab start with the Corpus Christi Hooks on Saturday. Here's how it went.
Source: https://sports.yahoo.com/astros-pitcher-cristian-j...
5/03/24 Astros' José Urquidy, Cristian Javier nearing return to MLB club.

Houston could return two more starting pitchers by the end of the month. 


Source: https://www.chron.com/sports/astros/article/jose-u...
4/21/24 Astros' Javier to go on IL with neck discomfort. Astros right-hander Cristian Javier will be placed on the 15-day injured list due to neck discomfort.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/39988111/astro...
4/21/24 Nationals take on the Astros in series rubber match. Houston Astros (7-15, fifth in the AL West) vs. Washington Nationals (9-11, fourth in the NL East) Washington; Sunday, 1:35 p.m. EDT PITCHING PROBABLES: Astros: Cristian Javier (2-0, 1.54 ERA, 1.11 WHIP, 18 strikeouts); Nationals: Mitchell Parker (1-0, 3.60 ERA, 0.80 WHIP, four strikeouts) BETMGM SPORTSBOOK : LINE Astros -189, Nationals +159; over/under is 9 runs BOTTOM LINE: Both the Washington Nationals and the Houston Astros are looking for a series win with a victory on Sunday. Washington has a 3-5 record at home and a 9-11 record overall. The Nationals are 3-6 in games when they have given up at least one home run. Houston is 7-15 overall and 3-6 on the road. The Astros have the fourth-best
Source: https://www.recorderonline.com/sports/national_spo...
4/13/24 Astros hope to turn win into hot streak vs. Rangers. Right-hander Cristian Javier (1-0, 1.10 ERA) is scheduled to take the mound Sunday when the Astros host the Texas Rangers in the finale of the three-game set between in-state rivals. The reason Houston can take the series is because of the work Ronel Blanco put in on Saturday. The right-hander turned his third quality start in as many outings this season — including a no-hitter against the Toronto Blue Jays in his season debut on April 1. Against the Rangers on Saturday, Blanco worked six strong innings, giving up two runs on five hits with five strikeouts.
Source: https://deadspin.com/astros-hope-to-turn-win-into-...
4/09/24 Royals vs. Astros: Odds, spread, over/under. Cristian Javier will toe the rubber for the Houston Astros (4-7) on Tuesday, April 9 against the Kansas City Royals (6-4), who will counter with Cole Ragans. The first pitch will be thrown at 7:40 PM ET at Kauffman Stadium. The Astros are -125 moneyline favorites for this matchup against the Royals (+105). The contest's total has been set at 8.5 runs. Royals vs. Astros Time and TV Channel Date: Tuesday, April 9, 2024 Time: 7:40 PM ET TV: SCHN2 Location: Kansas City, Missouri Venue: Kauffman Stadium Probable Pitchers: Javier - HOU (1-0, 0.00 ERA) vs Ragans - KC (0-1, 1.46 ERA) Watch the MLB all season long on Fubo ! Royals vs. Astros Betting Odds, Run Line and Total Take a look at the odds, run
Source: https://www.kwch.com/sports/betting/2024/04/09/roy...
4/03/24 Astros vs. Blue Jays: Odds, spread, over/under. Cristian Javier will toe the rubber for the Houston Astros (1-5) on Wednesday, April 3 against the Toronto Blue Jays (3-3), who will answer with Chris Bassitt. The first pitch will be thrown at 8:10 PM ET at Minute Maid Park. The Astros are listed as -145 moneyline favorites for this matchup against the Blue Jays (+120). The total is 9 runs for this contest. Astros vs. Blue Jays Time and TV Channel Date: Wednesday, April 3, 2024 Time: 8:10 PM ET TV: SCHN Location: Houston, Texas Venue: Minute Maid Park Probable Pitchers: Javier - HOU (0-0, 00.00 ERA) vs Bassitt - TOR (0-1, 7.20 ERA) Watch the MLB all season long on Fubo ! Astros vs. Blue Jays Betting Odds, Run Line and Total Take a look at the
Source: https://www.wafb.com/sports/betting/2024/04/03/ast...
4/03/24 Astros vs. Blue Jays: Odds, spread, over/under. The Houston Astros (1-5) and the Toronto Blue Jays (3-3) will clash on Wednesday, April 3 at Minute Maid Park, with Cristian Javier starting for the Astros and Chris Bassitt taking the hill for the Blue Jays. The first pitch will be thrown at 8:10 PM ET. The Astros are favored in this one, at -145, while the underdog Blue Jays have +120 odds to win. The total is 9 runs for this matchup (with +100 odds to hit the over and -120 odds to go under). Astros vs. Blue Jays Time and TV Channel Date: Wednesday, April 3, 2024 Time: 8:10 PM ET TV: SCHN Location: Houston, Texas Venue: Minute Maid Park Probable Pitchers: Javier - HOU (0-0, 0.00 ERA) vs Bassitt - TOR (0-1, 7.20 ERA) Watch the MLB all season
Source: https://www.kgns.tv/sports/betting/2024/04/03/astr...
3/30/24 Cristian Javier continues dominance of Aaron Judge, Yankees with new wrinkle.

The Astros pitcher caught new York off guard with a notable change in strategy.


Source: https://www.chron.com/sports/astros/article/cristi...
3/29/24 Can the Astros bounce back after Opening Day collapse?. The Houston Astros got their 2024 campaign rolling on Thursday, hosting the New York Yankees at Minute Maid Park. Losing in choking fashion is always a tough scene, but there's still plenty of time to salvage this opening series. Right-hander Cristian Javier is expected to make his 2024 debut on the mound. Bryan Abreu won't be available, as he is serving the second and final game of a suspension for hitting Adolis Garcia in last year's ALCS.
Source: https://www.click2houston.com/news/local/2024/03/2...
3/02/24 Javier Not Meeting New Astros Manager's Spring Expectations. Javier Not Meeting New Houston Astros Manager's Spring Expectations It was a major struggle for the star pitcher today and could be something the Houston Astros deal with throughout the season. Author: Brad Wakai Publish date: Mar 2, 2024 2:33 PM EST In this story: Houston Astros The Houston Astros need a bounce back year from Cristian Javier. They decided to re-sign him to a five-year, $64 million deal after the 2022 season in which he was a huge factor for them winning the World Series. When Justin Verlander departed in free agency after that year, it seemed like a no-brainer for the Astros to give Javier the money to stay with the franchise. Unfortunately, the 26-year-old put together the
Source: https://www.si.com/mlb/astros/news/javier-not-meet...
2/18/24 Why Cristian Javier is Astros’ most important starting pitcher in 2024.

Houston's starting pitcher is eyeing a bounce-back season.


Source: https://www.chron.com/sports/astros/article/cristi...
1/15/24 Why Cristian Javier is poised to bounce back for Astros in 2024.

Houston may have a potential frontline starter lurking in its current rotation. 


Source: https://www.chron.com/sports/astros/article/cristi...
10/24/23 Cristian Javier struggles as Houston Astros lose to Texas Rangers in ALCS Game 7. Cristian Javier flopped and the Houston Astros never recovered, losing 11-4 to the Texas Rangers in Game 7 of the AL Championship Series. Javier got the start and recorded just one out, allowing three runs and four hits in the first inning. So much for Houston’s bid for baseball’s first repeat champion since the Yankees won three in a row from 1998 to 2000. The Astros’ trouble at home finally caught up to them. Houston went 39-42 at Minute Maid Park during the regular season, but it secured the AL West title with a win at Arizona and a Texas loss on the final day. It went 1-5 at home in the playoffs.
Source: https://www.chron.com/sports/article/astros-starte...
10/24/23 Cristian Javier struggles as Houston Astros lose to Texas Rangers in ALCS Game 7. Cristian Javier flopped and the Houston Astros never recovered, losing 11-4 to the Texas Rangers in Game 7 of the AL Championship Series. Javier got the start and recorded just one out, allowing three runs and four hits in the first inning. So much for Houston’s bid for baseball’s first repeat champion since the Yankees won three in a row from 1998 to 2000. The Astros’ trouble at home finally caught up to them. Houston went 39-42 at Minute Maid Park during the regular season, but it secured the AL West title with a win at Arizona and a Texas loss on the final day. It went 1-5 at home in the playoffs.
Source: https://www.chron.com/sports/article/astros-starte...
10/23/23 Astros Cristian Javier leans on family lore for ALCS Game 7 start.

The right-hander will bring his trademark calm demeanor to the Minute Maid Park mound on Monday.


Source: https://www.chron.com/sports/astros/article/cristi...
10/23/23 Astros Cristian Javier leans on family lore for ALCS Game 7 start.

The right-hander will bring his trademark calm demeanor to the Minute Maid Park mound on Monday.


Source: https://www.chron.com/sports/astros/article/cristi...