Astros Make Strategic Moves, Sign Miguel Castro

The Houston Astros have been active this offseason, trading Kyle Tucker to the Chicago Cubs and signing Christian Walker to strengthen their lineup. They signed veteran reliever Miguel Castro, who struggled with injuries last season but had previously demonstrated durability with a league-leading 75 appearances in 2023. While Castro aims to secure a spot in Houston's bullpen, the Astros are also considering the futures of key players, with Alex Bregman potentially moving to the Boston Red Sox, which could trigger further trades involving Boston's Triston Casas. Speculation surrounds the possibility of trading Jose Altuve, though this remains unlikely given his recent contract extension and the Astros' desire to stay competitive. The Astros are navigating a transitional phase while aiming to maintain their competitive edge in the league.