Astros' Bell scratched with abdominal pains

— -- HOUSTON -- Houston Astros right fielder Derek Bell was taken to a local hospital Saturday after complaining of abdominal pains.

Bell played in Friday night's 13-inning victory over the Chicago Cubs, but was replaced prior to Saturday's game by Ryan Thompson.

It was determined that Bell suffered a pulled rib cage muscle in his last at-bat against the Cubs on Friday.

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The Astros say he is day to day.