Astros’ lineup for Thursday’s game vs. Padres
The Astros open a four-game series on Thursday night against the San Diego Padres at Minute Maid Park. Bud Norris starts for the Astros, who are trying to win their first series of the season. Chris Johnson remains out of the lineup after being hit by a pitch on Monday, and Matt Downs, who hit a two-run homer on Wednesday, gets his second consecutive start at third base.
Here is the Astros’ lineup:
CF Michael Bourn
SS Angel Sanchez
RF Hunter Pence
LF Carlos Lee
1B Brett Wallace
2B Bill Hall
3B Matt Downs
C Humberto Quintero
RHP Bud Norris
Brian McTaggart
