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The Houston Astros activated right-handed reliever Kaleb Ort from the 15-day injured list, and placed a former top prospect back on the IL in a corresponding

MLB News / New Baseball Media / April 28

2025 Injury Report: Tyler Glasnow Leaves with Shoulder Injury

Los Angeles beat the Pirates 9-2 on April 27, as Ben Casparius helped piece together innings for the Dodgers. That was necessitated after Tyler Glasnow only lasted one inning against the team that drafted him.

Houston Astros News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 27

Astros activate Kaleb Ort, place Forrest Whitley on 15-day IL

The Astros activated right-hander Kaleb Ort from the 15-day injured list on Sunday and placed righty Forrest Whitley on the 15-day IL (retroactive to April 24) in the corresponding move.

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Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / April 27

Former Houston Astros First-Round Pick Heading Back to Injured List

The return of this former Houston Astros first-round pick was short-lived. On Sunday, Julia Morales of Space City Home Network reported that the Astros moved relief pitcher Forrest Whitley to the 15-day injured list with a left knee sprain.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / April 21

Houston Astros Bullpen Finding Success Despite Unorthodox Gameplan

One of the strengths of the Houston Astros through their first 21 games of the season has been their bullpen. When playing as many low-scoring games as the Astros have, scoring three or fewer runs in 15 out of their 21 contests, it is imperative that the pitching staff is on their game to help give the team a chance to win.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / April 19

Houston Astros Boss Reveals Potential Timetable for Return of Key Relievers

The time for bullpen reinforcements for the Houston Astros could be as early as this weekend, manager Joe Espada revealed on Friday. Houston has been waiting for both Kaleb Ort and Forrest Whitley to be in position to come off the injured list.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / April 18

Former Houston Astros Reliever Delivers Fiery Message After Free Agent Spurning

The Houston Astros have gotten a surprisingly strong output from their stable of relief pitchers so far in 2025. What was seen as a possible weak point for the team beyond closer Josh Hader and setup man Bryan Abreu, this unit has delivered more than expected as the team ranks fourth in MLB with a bullpen ERA of 2.94.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / April 9

Astros Veteran Reliever Makes Short Injury Rehab Assignment Debut

The Houston Astros are in for a challenging season considering the talent they've lost due to trades and injuries. But that isn't a shock when you look at the big names who are no longer eligible—or worse—who are no longer with the club.

Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / April 8

A Quick Look at Strikeout Rates And Swinging Strike Rates Among Pitching Staffs

We’re only ten games into the season for the Astros, so it makes little sense to stress too much about what has happened thus far. Yes, not every game has gone according to plan, like Monday night’s game against the Mariners.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / March 27

Astros Officially Finalize 2025 Opening Day Roster Before Mets Showdown

The Houston Astros finalized its 26-man roster for their opening-day game against the New York Mets on Thursday, including their injured list moves. By approximately four hours before game time, the Astros had to have its 26-man and 40-man roster set, including making any injured list moves and promoting non-roster invitees to the official roster.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 22

Astros announce several roster moves ahead of Opening Day

The Astros announced this afternoon that they have released outfielder Ben Gamel and left-hander Jalen Beeks.

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Athletics News / Just Baseball / March 13

Which Team in the AL West Has the Best Closer for 2025?

The American League West should be one of the more fascinating divisions in all of baseball in 2025. The Houston Astros won the division for the fourth consecutive year in 2024, securing their seventh AL West title in the last eight seasons.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / March 12

Veteran Houston Astros RHP Working To Return From Oblique Injury in the Near Future

The Houston Astros have been dealing with quite a wide variety of injuries this spring across their whole roster. Recently signed first baseman Christian Walker being one of the most notable players to go down so far, but also Lance McCullers, Jalen Beeks, Shawn Dubin, Pedro León, Taylor Trammell, and the topic of today's article, Kaleb Ort.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / March 2

Houston Astros Have Multiple High-Profile Players Out of Options This Season

Roster decisions will need to be made for the Houston Astros ahead of Opening Day, but until that point, the players in Major League camp will be competing for their spot by putting together good showings throughout the spring.

Houston Astros News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 25

Astros notes: Dubin, Leon, Ort, Trammell

The Astros are dealing with a handful of injuries to depth players in camp. Manager Joe Espada told reporters this morning that reliever Shawn Dubin is battling shoulder inflammation.

MLB News / Houston Astros on SI / February 14

High Quality Houston Astros Reliever Signs Free Agent Deal With Arizona Diamondbacks

The Houston Astros have had an offseason retooling of the bullpen, as some of the key pieces from years prior are moving on via trade or free agency. One of those pieces moving on is right-hander Kendall Graveman, who has signed a deal with the Arizona Diamondbacks, as reported by Jesse Rogers of ESPN.

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / May 29

Ex-Red Sox Hurler Reportedly Lands With AL Rival After Three-Year Stint In Boston

The Boston Red Sox's pitching staff has exceeded everyone's expectations by hanging on to the third-best ERA among all of baseball at 3.27. On the opposite end of the spectrum, we find the Houston Astros sitting at a bottom-five ERA in the majors and desperately hoping to turn things around.

Philadelphia Phillies News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 19, 2024

Phillies designate reliever for assignment

Since he still has one option year remaining, that makes him appealing as a depth arm who is potentially on the verge of a breakout.

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Miami Marlins News / Boston Red Sox on SI / February 7, 2024

Marlins Reportedly DFA Former Red Sox Hurler After Short Stint In Organization

One former member of the Boston Red Sox reportedly is looking for a new home despite recently landing with the Miami Marlins. Former Red Sox reliever Kaleb

MLB News / Fastball on SI / December 2, 2023

Seattle Mariners Lose Intriguing Reliever to Miami Marlins in Waiver Claim

The Miami Marlins claimed reliever Kaleb Ort off waivers from the Seattle Mariners on Friday. Per Marlins' reporter Daniel Alvarez-Montes on social media: #Marlins claimed RHP Kaleb Ort off waivers from Seattle.