Gonzalez started at second base in place of the injured Jose Altuve (shoulder) on Wednesday and went 2-for-4 with a double and two RBI in Houston's 7-6 loss to Cleveland.

EDGE Analysis

The slumping Gonzalez reached base safely via a hit for the first time in nine games. The utility infielder entered Wednesday's game on a 1-for-27 skein over the last 11 games. His spot at second base is expected to end Thursday. The Astros exercised caution with Altuve who was available off the bench Wednesday, which suggests the shoulder injury he suffered during Tuesday's game is not too severe.