Josh Reddick

Josh Reddick starting for Astros on Thursday

Houston Astros outfielder Josh Reddick is in the starting lineup for Thursday's series opener against right-hander Lance Lynn and the Texas Rangers.

What It Means:

Reddick will step back into right field and bat eight following a breather. Michael Brantley will serve as the Astros' designated hitter while Aledmys Diaz sits. Reddick is batting .233, his lowest average since 2010.

numberFire's models expect Reddick to score 8.4 FanDuel points on Thursday with a salary of $2,400. Per our MLB Heat Map, the Astros currently have an implied total of 4.2 runs.