Los Angeles Dodgers analyst Orel Hershiser accused the Houston Astros of cheating on live television last night.

Expert recap and game analysis of the Houston Astros vs. Los Angeles Dodgers MLB game from July 4, 2025 on ESPN.

Veteran utility infielder Zack Short is back in the big leagues. The Houston Astros selected Short’s contract from Triple-A on Wednesday. Short, 30, is now playing for his fifth major-league team. He appeared at the MLB level for the New York Mets,

Walter (1-2) took the loss Wednesday against the Guardians, giving up two runs on two hits and no walks in six innings. He struck out seven. Walter continues to provide length for the Astros, having now thrown at least five innings in each of his first seven starts in 2025.

Right-handers Luis Garcia, Cristian Javier and J.P. France are also in Florida attempting to return from arm surgeries. Garcia made his first rehab game outing Monday, throwing two innings in the rookie-level FCL. Javier is facing hitters in live BP. France is scheduled to throw a live BP on Wednesday, the Astros said.

The Houston Astros will give the start to Lance McCullers (2-3, 5.82 ERA), who is looking for win No. 3 on the season, and the Rangers will counter with Jack Leiter (4-6, 4.32 ERA). Prepare for the Astros vs.