Astros second baseman Jose Altuve was removed from Saturday’s 6-2 win over the Braves in the third inning with right foot discomfort. Altuve left the game after hitting a third inning single and then getting forced out at second base on a fielder’s choice.

Facing Braves right hander Bryce Elder (7-9, 5.31 ERA, 112 SO) tonight would be Hunter Brown (11-7, 2.25 ERA, 190 SO). The Astros won his last outing 11-0 (vs. Rangers), but lost the previous three in a row in which he started.

The Atlanta Braves catcher is on the other side of his surgery, and a mainstay in the bullpen isn't guaranteed to pitch again this season

After losing four of first six on current road trip, the Houston Astros open a three-game series against the Atlanta Braves.

The Atlanta Braves secure a 4-1 victory against the Seattle Mariners, with key contributions from Matt Olson, Ozzie Albies, and Drake Baldwin.

Brian Snitker hasn't decided on his future yet, but Buster Olney is planning ahead with some potential options