After the third inning of his major-league debut became a battle, AJ Blubaugh returned to the mound for a fourth. Realization of a dream had evolved in part into a test of resiliency for a Houston Astros pitching prospect.

Drafting Blubaugh was a risk for the Astros, but scout Drew Pearson had a strong belief he'd make it to the big leagues.

Houston Astros pitching prospect AJ Blubaugh will make his major league debut against the Detroit Tigers on Wednesday afternoon.