Greg Maddux, Tom Glavine, Frank Thomas Elected To Hall Of Fame
2014/01/greg-maddux-tom-glavine-frank-thomas-elected-to-hall-of-fame.htmlFalling painfully shy of enshrinement is Astros great Craig Biggio, who received 74.8 percent of the vote, meaning he was two votes shy of being elected.
This Date In Transactions History: January 8th
2014/01/this-date-in-transactions-history-january-8th.htmlIn 2010, the Astros signed Brett Myers for one-year and $5.1MM guaranteed.
Tigers Sign Crowe, Carrera, Sanchez
2014/01/tigers-sign-crowe-carrera-sanchez.htmlThe switch-hitter spent the 2013 season with the Astros organization.
Astros Sign Scott Feldman
2014/01/astros-to-sign-scott-feldman.html6: Though several of their starters turned in a strong finish to the 2013 campaign, the Astros' rotation still ranked 28th in ERA and 27th in innings pitched.
Minor Moves: Coello, Braddock, Keppel, Manzella
2014/01/minor-moves-bobby-keppel-tommy-manzella.htmlThe light-hitting Manzella, who last appeared in the big leagues with the 2010 Astros, played in the Rockies, Blue Jays and White Sox organizations in 2013, splitting time between Double-A and Triple-A.
Cafardo On Arroyo, Overbay, Drew, Boras
2014/01/cafardo-on-red-sox-arroyo-drew-manny.htmlFree agent Lyle Overbay is an option for both the Astros and Brewers at first base…
Brewers Notes: Aoki, Melvin, Loney, First Base
2014/01/brewers-notes-aoki-melvin-loney-first-base.htmlIndeed, Loney said that he chose the Rays' contract over similar offers from not just the Brewers, but also the Pirates and Astros.
Phillies To Sign Ronny Cedeno
2014/01/phillies-to-sign-ronny-cedeno.htmlCedeno, who turns 31 next month, batted .242/.287/.330 with three homers and five steals in 288 plate appearances with the Astros and Padres in 2013.
Astros To Sign Cesar Izturis
2014/01/astros-to-sign-cesar-izturis.htmlThe Astros have agreed to a minor league deal with infielder Cesar Izturis, according to Jon Heyman of CBS Sports (on Twitter).
Minor Moves: Gregorio Petit
2014/01/minor-moves-gregorio-petit.htmlThe Astros have signed infielder Gregorio Petit to a minor league contract, according to the team's transactions page.
Orioles Avoid Arbitration With Bud Norris
2014/01/orioles-avoid-arbitration-with-bud-norris.htmlNorris, 29 in March, posted a 4.80 ERA in 50 2/3 innings for the Orioles after being acquired from the Astros in exchange for L.J.
A’s Avoid Arbitration With Gregerson, Lowrie
2014/01/athletics-avoid-arbitration-with-luke-gregerson.htmlAcquired from the Astros in exchange for Chris Carter, Max Stassi and Brad Peacock prior to the 2013 season, Lowrie is entering his second season with the A's.
Players Avoiding Arbitration: Friday
2014/01/players-avoiding-arbitration-friday.htmlMLB.com's Brian McTaggart tweets that Jason Castro and the Astros have avoided arbitration.
West Notes: Astros, Dodgers, Mariners, Rangers
2014/01/west-notes-2.htmlA source tells MLB Daily Dish's Chris Cotillo that the Astros haven't discussed a long-term extension with Jason Castro yet.
Week In Review: 1/12/14 – 1/18/14
2014/01/week-in-review-11214-11814.htmlThe Astros signed infielder Cesar Izturis to a minor-league deal.
Masahiro Tanaka Links: Monday
2014/01/masahiro-tanaka-links-monday.htmlOver the weekend, a rival executive told MLB Daily Dish's Chris Cotillo that he believes the Astros met with Tanaka, though he is unsure whether or not they made a formal offer (Twitter link).
Masahiro Tanaka Links: Tuesday
2014/01/masahiro-tanaka-links-tuesday.htmlAstros owner Jim Crane says that the team is interested in Tanaka, reports Brian McTaggart of MLB.com (via Twitter).
Astros, Nolan Ryan Have Mutual Interest In Relationship
2014/01/astros-nolan-ryan-have-mutual-interest-in-relationship.htmlThe Astros and recently retired Rangers CEO Nolan Ryan have both expressed interest in exploring a working relationship, according to multiple reports today.
Minor Moves: Valdez, Graham, Iribarren, Morales, Jackson, Hensley
2014/01/minor-moves-clay-hensley.htmlThe 30-year-old has seen 24 big league games with the Astros, but worked last year at Triple-A, putting up a 5.72 ERA in 39 1/3 innings.
Diamondbacks No Longer In Running For Tanaka
2014/01/diamondbacks-no-longer-in-running-for-tanaka.htmlReports yesterday indicated that the bidding for Masahiro Tanaka will reach six to seven years and $20MM per season, with the Red Sox and Astros mentioned to seemingly be long shots.
Reds Will Not Sign Grady Sizemore
2014/01/reds-in-advanced-talks-with-grady-sizemore.htmlThe Astros have also been connected to the Joe Urbon client this winter while the Twins were interested but have since moved on.
Masahiro Tanaka Reactions And Fallout
2014/01/masahiro-tanaka-reactions-and-fallout.htmlThe Dodgers, Cubs, White Sox, Astros and Diamondbacks were all involved in the end.
Royals Avoid Arbitration With Justin Maxwell
2014/01/royals-avoid-arbitration-with-justin-maxwell.htmlThe 30-year-old Maxwell was picked up from the Astros last year just before the trade deadline.
Quick Hits: Ryan, Garcia, Diaz, Santiago
2014/01/quick-hits-ryan-garcia-diaz-santiago.htmlAfter public expressions of interest recently between the Astros and Hall-of-Famer Nolan Ryan, the stage is set for another step forward.
Minor Moves: Hurtado, Fernandez, Brown, de la Rosa
2014/01/minor-moves-barry-enright.htmlThe 19-year-old has limited professional experience, logging just 12 1/3 innings in two seasons for Astros and Yankees affiliates, but stands an imposing 6' 4".