Astros SS Jed Lowrie's ankle injury will keep him out for four-to-six weeks

When Houston Astros shortstop Jed Lowrie was placed on the disabled list on Sunday with a sprained right ankle, there was reason for optimism. But on Tuesday, general manager Jeff Luhnow said that Lowrie will be out of action for at least four-to-six weeks, which means he may not make it back until September.

Lowrie, who leads the team with 14 home runs (one of only two Astros in double figures), will have to wear a boot for the next week because of damage to the peroneal nerve in his right leg. Marwin Gonzalez is starting in Lowrie's place for now, but he may not be long for the job.