Jason Castro not in Astros' Friday lineup

Houston Astros catcher Jason Castro is sitting Friday in the team's game against the Texas Rangers.

What It Means:

Castro is being replaced behind the plate by Martin Maldonado against Rangers starter Wes Benjamin.

In 50 plate appearances this season, Castro has a .231 batting average with an .849 OPS, 2 home runs, 8 runs and 7 RBI.