Baseball

Astros: Sent OF Richard Hidalgo to Triple-A New Orleans on injury rehabilitation.

Athletics: Recalled OF Brian Lesher from Triple-A Edmonton. Optioned P Steve Connelly to Edmonton.

Cardinals: Activated OF Ron Gant from 15-day DL. Optioned P Curtis King to Triple-A Memphis.

Marlins: Placed P Joe Fontenot (sore right shoulder) on 15-day DL, retroactive to July 3. Recalled P Rob Stanifer from Triple-A Charlotte.

Mets: Designated C Alberto Castillo for assignment.

Pub Date: 7/12/98