The Astros have designated right-hander Humberto Castellanos for assignment, Chandler Rome of the Houston Chronicle tweets. The move cleared space for just-signed catcher Jason Castro.
Castellanos joined the Astros as a July 2 signing from Mexico in 2015. He debuted in rookie ball the next year and eventually climbed up the minor league ladder to the majors. Castellanos has pitched to an impressive 2.92 ERA in 216 minor league innings, also adding 205 strikeouts against just 46 walks.
Unfortunately for Castellanos, the 22-year-old’s initial taste of MLB action last season didn’t go well. He yielded eight earned runs on 12 hits (including two homers) and five walks in 10 2/3 innings, though he did post 12 strikeouts.
Humberto’s minor league numbers aren’t too shabby.
He’s still pretty young too! I bet he gets claimed, his sinker doesn’t look like a terrible pitch. I think he should increase the usage on that pitch.
I’m surprised they are tossing this guy away for Jason Castro.
I should be as surprised but people believe Castro brings value. Castro’s only strong at stealing money.
He’s 22, alot of K’s, not many HR’s.
Someone will grab him real quick.
I really do hope the Orioles sign this guy. He is young and has a lot of upside. His contact can not be that much but with the Pirates having 1st pick I don’t see him sliding down to the Orioles.
The waiver wire is league specific. So he’s exposed to all of the AL first.
I believe during the offseason that rule doesn’t apply. It’s solely based on winning percentage regardless of which league the team is in. So Pirates would get first dibs on all waiver picks from the beginning of the offseason through April 30. Only during the season does it switch to all AL teams getting the opportunity to claim him, then all NL teams
Ahh I see.
Has Pirates written all over it. This is exactly what they look for.
Looks like he should’ve taken Ramon’s advice about how to throw a breaking ball.
LMFAO!
Hello Rangers?
I’d like to see the Red Sox claim/trade for him… he’s young and has put up some solid minor-league numbers. I’d be intrigued to see if he can translate some of that success to the majors given how young he still is and that is K rates have been quite solid in the minors.
I dig this angle.
What prospect would you be willing to cough up to get him?
This guy has Jerry Dipoto written all over him.
Go for it, Mariners!
Looks like Pirate claim.
Was thinking the same thing. But I don’t see him getting through the AL
Agreed, this is All Pirates
Nope. Not enough walks.
A 22 year old with over 200 successful innings in the minors who can generate strikeouts? It’ll be a massive failure for a few front offices if they don’t put a claim in on him.
Amen !
I’m pretty surprised the Astros are giving up on him so quickly. His minor league numbers indicate he could be a pretty good reliever. I wonder if this means he has some unknown health issue.
Damn no way he’s making out of the AL but he seems like a guy Farhan would go after
I’m surprised the Astros are dropping him based on his first taste of the majors, but I trust the front office, even though mistakes get made. (JD Martinez)
I’ve been hoping the Astros had enough spare parts on the 40 man to get Bentendi. I would still like the Astros to add an RP, SP, and RH outfielder. I think deals are to be had.
AJ Hinch might try him in Detroit.