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Kansas City Royals News / Kansas City Royals on SI / October 20
The One Free Agent Who Makes Too Much Sense for the Royals

The One Free Agent Who Makes Too Much Sense for the Royals

The Kansas City Royals have work to do this offseason if they want to return to contention. Bolstering their bullpen should arguably be at the top of their list, as the unit held the team back throughout the 2026 season.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / October 7
One Astros Free Agent They Can't Afford to Lose (and One They Can)

One Astros Free Agent They Can't Afford to Lose (and One They Can)

It needs to be a busy offseason for the Houston Astros organization if they want to bounce back from the embarrassment that was 2026. Sure, the Astros

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / October 3
Should Houston Astros Bet on Steven Okert Next Season?

Should Houston Astros Bet on Steven Okert Next Season?

Particularly, I love the stories of players who arrive on a team without high expectations and then manage to revive their careers with the best season of their career.

Milwaukee Brewers News / Yardbarker Quizzes
The 'World Series MVPs' quiz

The 'World Series MVPs' quiz

MLB has awarded the World Series MVP since 1955. How many of these players can you name in six minutes?

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Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / September 16

Astros Injury Update: Mike Burrows to restart rehab assignment; Steven Okert awaits next steps

Astros right-hander Mike Burrows will restart his rehab assignment and pitch three innings for Triple-A Sugar Land this weekend, manager Joe Espada said Wednesday.

Athletics News / Yardbarker
25 things we learned from the 2026 MLB season

25 things we learned from the 2026 MLB season

The 2026 MLB season was full of great performances, breakout stars, and incredible feats. These are the 25 things we learned along the way.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / September 4
Astros Receive Huge Injury Blow to Bullpen During Postseason Push

Astros Receive Huge Injury Blow to Bullpen During Postseason Push

While the depth of the Houston Astros starting rotation has been filled with uncertainty throughout the season, the bullpen greatly improved their performance from the start of the season.

Houston Astros News / Field Level Media / September 4
Astros place key LHP Steven Okert (hamstring) on IL

Astros place key LHP Steven Okert (hamstring) on IL

The Houston Astros' bullpen took a hit Friday when standout left-hander Steven Okert was placed on the 15-day injured list with a right hamstring strain.

Houston Astros News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 4
Astros Place Steven Okert On Injured List

Astros Place Steven Okert On Injured List

The Astros announced that left-hander Steven Okert has been placed on the 15-day injured list, retroactive to September 1, due to a right hamstring strain.

Houston Astros News / Athlon Sports / July 31
Steven Okert Fantasy Outlook: A Journeyman's ERA Deserves a Second Look

Steven Okert Fantasy Outlook: A Journeyman's ERA Deserves a Second Look

Steven Okert’s career has taken a turn for the better. He has found success in two seasons with the Houston Astros, and changes to his ever-evolving pitching arsenal have led to an overall successful 2026 campaign.

Athletics News / Yardbarker
25 records that were broken during the 2026 MLB season

25 records that were broken during the 2026 MLB season

The 2026 MLB season was historic in many ways. These 25 records were broken during the season.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / July 31
Steven Okert Gives the Astros One Less Problem Before Trade Deadline

Steven Okert Gives the Astros One Less Problem Before Trade Deadline

The Houston Astros will enter the trade deadline with one clear priority: strengthening the starting rotation. The bullpen, however, is no longer near the top of that list, and Steven Okert is a major reason why.

Houston Astros News / Yardbarker / June 19
Three players the Houston Astros could move at the deadline

Three players the Houston Astros could move at the deadline

The next few weeks could make a tremendous difference for the Houston Astros. 

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The '140-yard, 2-TD catch NFL games' quiz
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Houston Astros News / Yardbarker / May 25
Astros pitchers combine to make history in win over Rangers

Trio of Astros pitchers combine to make history in win over Rangers

In making the 2026 Memorial Day holiday a memorable one, the Houston Astros put together an historic performance in a win over their in-state rival, the Texas Rangers, on Monday night. 

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Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / April 22, 2025

Steven Okert Has Been Fantastic So Far

I’m a bit of a sucker for journeyman relievers unexpectedly becoming a stud. Specifically regarding Houston in recent years, Rafael Montero was that guy in 2022, while Tayler Scott had a career-best season in 2024.

Houston Astros News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 24, 2025
Montero, Okert will make Astros roster; Singleton will not

Montero, Okert will make Astros roster; Singleton will not

Veteran right-hander Rafael Montero has made the Astros’ Opening Day roster, reports Ari Alexander of Houston’s KPRC-2. Lefty Steven Okert has also made the cut, per MLB.com’s Brian McTaggart.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 22, 2025
Astros announce several roster moves ahead of Opening Day

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.

Astros 'having conversations' about top prospect potentially breaking camp
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Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / March 18, 2025

Astros Notes: Okert and Spring Training

Okert steps forward for bullpen opening...reminder about spring stats...and Rangers’ injuries An important question for the Astros to answer this spring training is the composition of the bullpen.

Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / March 16, 2025

Lots of Good Omens in the Astros 5-0 win over the Mets

Steven Okert dominates the Mets lineup to solidify his claim for a spot on the OD roster It was the most consequential game the Astros have played all Spring.

Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / November 15, 2024

A Couple Of Observations About Steven Okert

We’re currently in a quiet period of the offseason, with few, if any, notable transactions to analyze. The Angels are curiously active, adding a handful of major league-caliber players.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 12, 2024
Astros, Steven Okert Agree To Minor League Deal

Astros, Steven Okert Agree To Minor League Deal

The Astros have agreed to a minor league deal with left-handed reliever Steven Okert, per their transaction log at MLB.com. He’ll be in camp as a non-roster invitee in spring training and would earn $1.2MM upon making the roster, MLBTR has learned.

Minnesota Twins News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 27, 2024
Twins Outright Steven Okert

Twins Outright Steven Okert

Twins left-hander Steven Okert went unclaimed on waivers and has been assigned outright to Triple-A St. Paul, per the team’s transaction log at MLB.com.

Minnesota Twins News / Minnesota Sports Fan / August 24, 2024
Twins Latest Roster Move Slams Door on the Offseason

Twins Latest Roster Move Slams Door on the Offseason

The Minnesota Twins bullpen was projected to be one of the better units in baseball. It has instead been one of the worst units in baseball for weeks. The latest roster move has slammed the door completely on the only relief moves this past offseason.

Minnesota Twins News / Minnesota Twins on SI / August 24, 2024
Twins designate Steven Okert for assignment, call up Scott Blewett

Twins designate Steven Okert for assignment, call up Scott Blewett

The Twins have designated veteran relief pitcher Steven Okert for assignment, the team announced on Saturday. To take his spot in the bullpen, Scott Blewett has been recalled from Triple-A St.

Minnesota Twins News / Minnesota Twins on SI / August 12, 2024
Twins reinstate Steven Okert, option Randy Dobnak

Twins reinstate Steven Okert, option Randy Dobnak

The Twins have reinstated pitcher Steven Okert from the bereavement list and optioned pitcher Randy Obnak to Triple-A St. Paul in a subsequent move. Okert has made 38 appearances in his first year with the Twins this season and even made one start.

Minnesota Twins News / Minnesota Twins on SI / August 5, 2024
Twins place Steven Okert on bereavement list, recall Josh Winder

Twins place Steven Okert on bereavement list, recall Josh Winder

The Twins placed left-handed reliever Steven Okert on the bereavement list on Monday and recalled right-hander Josh Winder from Triple-A St. Paul to take his place active roster.  Winder made one appearance for the Twins this season against the Houston Astros on July 5, allowing five hits and four runs while fanning two across two innings.

Minnesota Twins News / Minnesota Twins on SI / July 24, 2024
Twins to use Steven Okert as opener against Phillies; David Festa to follow?

Twins to use Steven Okert as opener against Phillies; David Festa to follow?

The rubber game between the Twins and Phillies starts at 12:10 p.m. CT Wednesday and Minnesota will be going with an opener rather than a starting pitcher for the first time this season.

Minnesota Twins News / Twins Daily / June 5, 2024

Can the Twins Continue to Rely on Steven Okert as Their Best Lefty Reliever?

Steven Okert has been one of the most heavily-used relievers out of the Twins bullpen this year. He's also been their most dependable lefty. Can he keep up the pace, as the Twins enter the beginning of summer? 

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 11, 2024
Marlins acquire former No. 5 overall pick from Twins

Marlins acquire former No. 5 overall pick from Twins

The Marlins have acquired a former No. 5 overall pick in a move with the Twins.

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