Astros' Jason Alexander: Up as 27th man for doubleheader

The Astros recalled Alexander from Triple-A Sugar Land on Thursday.

Analysis:

Alexander will serve as the 27th man during Thursday's doubleheader against the Orioles. The right-hander has collected a 4.97 ERA and 20:10 K:BB over 29 innings covering six starts with Sugar Land this season. He will give the bullpen length Thursday before likely returning to the minors after the twin bill.