Kai-Wei Teng's small MLB sample size hardly jumps out, but Astros GM Dana Brown says the team's vaunted pitching program made acquiring him worth it.

Outside of the signing of Imai, Houston has made some other smaller moves. The Astros signed right-hander Nate Pearson to a one-year, $1.35 million deal and right-hander Ryan Weiss to a one-year, $2.6 million contract.

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. — The Houston Astros have brought back outfielder Joey Loperfido from the Toronto Blue Jays in a trade for outfielder Jesús Sánchez, General Manager Dana Brown announced on Friday.

Houston Astros closer Josh Hader is playing catch in spring training after the six-time All-Star left-hander dealt with biceps tendinitis.

The Houston Astros are reportedly seeking a left-handed hitting outfielder and a backup catcher (and the Twins happen to have both).

The Houston Astros still have some knots to work out with their infield. Carlos Correa recently share this thoughts on the dilemma.

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The Astros made one trade Friday that created payroll flexibility. That could just be the start for Houston as GM Dana Brown said the team is "not done yet."