Worth noting

• Astros manager Bo Porter said Thursday's off-day came at a good time following a nine-game road trip. The club will play 20 consecutive games starting Friday.

• Lucas Harrell has been placed back in the bullpen Wednesday. The Astros will go with Jordan Lyles, Brad Peacock and Dallas Keuchel during their three-game set with the Blue Jays Friday.

• Porter said Jonathan Villar could have played Wednesday, but he received the day off to rest his thumb.