Astros manager A.J. Hinch said Friday that Villar (ankle) is fine to play in games, MLB.com's Brian McTaggard reports.

Astros manager A.J. Hinch said Friday that Villar (ankle) is fine to play in games, MLB.com's Brian McTaggart reports.

Analysis:

Villar's ankle injury wasn't thought to be serious, and it now appears to be a non-issue. Astros general manager Jeff Luhnow recently said he expects Villar to have a breakout season, but the versatile 23-year-old still figures to start off in a utility role.