Jarred Cosart (hand) will not start Friday against the Astros, Joe Frisaro of MLB.com reports.

Cosart (hand) will not start Friday against the Astros, Joe Frisaro of MLB.com reports.

Analysis:

Cosart, who is currently being investigated by the MLB for possible sports gambling ties, has a blister on his throwing hand and will be scratched Friday. Brad Hand will make the start in Cosart's place.