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D-Backs Acquire Chris Johnson From Astros

The Diamondbacks have acquired third baseman Chris Johnson from the Astros for two minor-league outfielders.

Johnson, 27, is batting .279 with eight home runs and 41 RBIs this season, his third with Houston.

Via ESPN.com


Starling Marte Homers On First ML Pitch

Starling Marte homered on his first major league pitch, and the Pirates held on for a 5-3 win over the Astros on Thursday night, according to an ESPN.com report.

Pirates fans couldn't wait for Marte's debut, who was recalled from Triple-A Indianapolis, to reach the majors, and he didn't disappoint, taking Dallas Keuchel's first pitch for a leadoff home run to left-center.

Via ESPN.com


Pirates Deal For Wandy Rodriguez

The Pirates are getting serious about their playoff push, acquiring lefty Wandy Rodriguez in a trade Tuesday night with the Astros, according to an ESPN.com report.

The Pirates will get up to $17.7M in the deal to offset what could amount to over $30M in salary for Rodriguez.

They are sending Triple-A All-Star Rudy Owens and Colton Cain, both left-handers, and outfielder Robbie Grossman to Houston.

Via ESPN.com


White Sox Acquire Myers From Astros

The White Sox have acquired Brett Myers from the Astros, according to a source.

Houston will receive right-hander Matt Heidenreich, left-hander Blair Walters and a player to be named.

Via Ken Rosenthal/FOX Sports (via Twitter)


Astros, Jays Agree On 10-Player Deal

The Astros and Blue Jays have completed a trade involving 10 players, according to Houston general manager Jeff Luhnow.

Toronto will receive reliever Brandon Lyon, starter J.A. Happ and right-hander David Carpenter.

Meanwhile, Houston will acquire seven players, two of which are Major Leaguers -- reliever Francisco Cordero and outfielder Ben Francisco.

The Blue Jays will also part with four minor leaguers: right-handers Joe Musgrove and Asher Wojciechowski, left-hander David Rollins and catcher Carlos Perez.

Houston will also receive a player to be named later.

Via MLB.com


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