Houston Astros face challenges with injuries in their starting rotation as José Urquidy's sore elbow adds to the team's concerns. Ronel Blanco may step in if Urquidy is unable to start the season, showing promise with strong performances this spring. Urquidy is returning to Houston for medical evaluation after experiencing ongoing elbow soreness. The team is monitoring his condition closely, awaiting MRI results.
Astros manager Joe Espada said the soreness in Urquidy's elbow has decreased, but the team is awaiting results of an MRI.
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Urquidy is flying back to Houston today to be examined by team doctors. He showed up at camp today and his elbow was still sore.
Ronel Blanco may be the next man up to join the rotation if Urquidy is out to start the season. He continues to throw well this spring, tossing four scoreless innings against the Phillies. He allowed two walks, struck out three batters (57 pitches).
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