Astros Bolster Their Interior with the Acquisition of Ramón Urías
The Houston Astros have strengthened their roster with the addition of Ramón Urías, a versatile infielder. The news, confirmed by sources, marks a strategic move for the team.
In return, the Baltimore Orioles will receive minor league pitcher Twine Palmer.
Urías, 31 years old, has developed his entire career in the Major Leagues with the Orioles. His experience and skills make him a valuable asset for the Astros.
The player won a Gold Glove in 2022 as a third baseman, a position where he has played the most, but he has also shown his worth at second base and shortstop, and has even played at first base.
In the current season, the player from Mexico is batting .248 with an on-base percentage of .300 and a slugging percentage of .388, with eight home runs and 34 RBIs in 77 games.
Throughout his MLB career, Urías has a batting average of .259, an on-base percentage of .324, and a slugging percentage of .404, with 47 home runs and 205 RBIs in 506 games.
For his part, Palmer, 20 years old, had a 2-0 record and an ERA of 2.13 in 13 games (eight starts) for Fayetteville in Class A this year. The Astros selected him in the 19th round of the 2024 draft.
