Astros activate RHP Cristian Javier to face Tigers

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The Houston Astros activated right-hander Cristian Javier to the active roster Saturday and designated right-hander Brandon Bielak for assignment.

The anticipated move allows Javier to start Saturday's road game against the Detroit Tigers. He had been on the injured list since April 21 because of neck discomfort.

Javier, 27, was 2-0 with a 1.54 ERA in four starts to open th