After failing to make the World Series for a fourth-straight year, the Houston Astros are making big splashes to run the American League again. Already with a stout bullpen, Houston will reportedly sign All-Star closer Josh Hader to a five-year, $95 million deal. Houston is already equipped with Ryan Pressly, who has a 2.67 ERA and 11.5 K/9 since joining the Astros in 2018. Despite his 107 saves with Houston, it’s hard to imagine Hader not overtaking Pressly in that spot. Last season, Astros relievers, highlighted by Pressly, Bryan Abreu, and Hector Neris, combined for a 3.56 ERA, the sixth-lowest in baseball.

Source: Fox News January 20, 2024 15:36 UTC