Astros activated 2B Jose Altuve from the bereavement list.
Altuve has been out since Tuesday following the death of a family member. He was also dealing with a jaw injury during his time off, but he's now ready to return to the Astros' lineup.

Astros optioned INF Jacob Elmore to Triple-A Oklahoma City.
Elmore appeared in three games during his brief callup. He's no longer needed with Jose Altuve returning from the disabled list.

Josh Hamilton has been scratched from Saturday's lineup against the White Sox.
No word yet on the reason for his absence, but Hamilton has been playing through an illness for the last two weeks. Mark Trumbo is starting in his place in right field.

Carlos Zambrano threw two scoreless innings and had five strikeouts Saturday in extended spring training.
The Phillies' current plan calls for Zambrano to pitch in another extended spring game next week before possibly sending him to one of their minor league affiliates. He was able to throw 44 pitches Saturday and will continue to be stretched out as a starter. Zambrano is expected to be an option for the Phillies' rotation at some point this season.

Angels designated OF Scott Cousins for assignment.