Kyle Tucker, Astros' top prospect, called up to Houston; Jake Marisnick sent down

Kyle Tucker (Getty Images)

HOUSTON – Kyle Tucker, the Astros' top prospect, has been called up to Houston.

Tucker will start in left field and bat seventh for Saturday's game against the Chicago White Sox.

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The left-handed slugger has slashed .306/.371/.520 this season for Triple-A Fresno, with 14 home runs, 66 RBI and 14 stolen bases. He has also hit 24 doubles.

To make room for Tucker, slumping outfielder Jake Marisnick was sent down to Fresno.