Astros reliever Josh Fields was able to pitch for the first time in four days Tuesday against the Nationals, after overcoming quad tightness.

Unfortunately, his return to action did not go as planned, as Fields' struggles continued. He surrendered one run pitching in the ninth inning of a tied game, and was charged with the loss as a result. He allowed the run on one hit and a pair of walks, as the Nationals won, 4-3.

Fields is now 0-3, and has earned the loss in each of his last three outings. His ERA stands at 9.58 though 12 appearances on the season.