HOUSTON -- Eric Sogard is in Tampa Bay's lineup for the decisive Game 5 of the American League Division Series at Houston, the first start in nearly a month for the second baseman who has dealt with lingering right foot discomfort.

Sogard's only appearance this postseason before Thursday night's game was as a pinch-hitter in Game 1 on Friday, when he had an RBI single.

The Rays acquired Sogard in a trade from Toronto on July 28. He hit .266 with three homers and 10 RBIs in 37 games for the Rays during the regular season after hitting .300 with 10 homers and 30 RBIs in 73 games for the Blue Jays.

Sogard's last start was Sept. 14, and he made his final appearance in the regular season the following day as a pinch-hitter.