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Report: Astros' James Begins Rehab Assignment in Fayetteville

Originally posted on FanNation Inside The Astros
By Kenny Van Doren | Last updated 8/25/22

Josh James is scheduled to appear for the Single-A Fayetteville Woodpeckers on Thursday, opening a 30-day rehab window, per broadcaster Andrew Chapman. The Houston Astros placed James on the 60-day injured list with a right-lat strain on June 23.

James was on the 7-day injured list in Triple-A Sugar Land when he was removed from the 40-man roster. Through 21 1/3 innings for the Space Cowboys, the right-hander posted a 7.59 ERA and a 9.28 K/9 out of the bullpen.

James last pitched in the Major Leagues in 2021. Called up in September, the then 28-year-old totaled five innings, allowing three runs on four hits and two walks to his eight strikeouts.

This article first appeared on FanNation Inside The Astros and was syndicated with permission.

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