Morton starts opener of critical series vs. A`s
(MLB.com Houston Astros)

The Astros will welcome All-Star outfielder George Springer back from a 12-day stint on the disabled list for Friday`s series opener in Oakland against the A`s, who trail Houston in the American League West by two games. Charlie Morton (12-3, 2.88 ERA) will start for the Astros against Edwin Jackson (4-2, 2.48).