Yainer Diaz
Breakdown
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August 12, 2026
Resting up Wednesday
Diaz is out of the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Giants.
Analysis
The Astros will give Diaz a breather for Wednesday's matinee after he caught eight innings of a 4-1 loss Tuesday night. Christian Vazquez will step in behind the plate in place of Diaz.
August 10, 2026
Taking seat Monday
Diaz is absent from the lineup for Monday's game in San Francisco.
Analysis
Diaz started at catcher in Sunday's contest versus the Padres, but he will exit the lineup Monday for the second time over the last three games. Christian Vazquez will be behind the dish and will bat ninth for the Astros.
August 8, 2026
Out of lineup Saturday
Diaz isn't in the starting lineup Saturday versus San Diego.
Analysis
Diaz will get a deserved rest after starting behind the plate in each of Houston's previous four games. Christian Vazquez is getting a turn at catcher in Diaz's stead against the Padres.