With the Cleveland Indians in search of an insurance run in the eighth inning Thursday, shortstop Francisco Lindor posed a threat and played his vital role of linchpin for the team.

He will look to remain dangerous Friday when the visiting Indians continue their four-game series against the Houston Astros.

In just his fifth game back following a right calf injury that sidelined him during spring training before a left ankle injury led to a setback, Lindor finished 1-for-4. With the Indians clinging to a one-run lead in the eighth, he singled, advanced to second base on a wild pitch and was standing on third when Jose Ramirez grounded out to end the threat.