Outfield Roster Churn
Key Questions
What has Spencer Arrighetti accomplished this season?
Arrighetti has emerged as the staff ace with a 7-1 record and 2.21 ERA, anchoring the rotation amid injuries to other pitchers.
Is Spencer Arrighetti's performance sustainable?
His June regression is worth monitoring, but he remains a legitimate bright spot in a disappointing season for the Astros.
How does Arrighetti fit into the Astros' rotation plans?
He provides much-needed stability as the team deals with injuries and considers a six-man rotation with Hunter Brown's return.
Houston claimed versatile outfielder Jorge Barrosa and optioned Jake Meyers to Triple-A ahead of the Philadelphia series. Barrosa's defensive flexibility and speed could give the Astros a useful late-game and bench option during the playoff push despite limited major-league offensive production.
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Updated Sep 9, 2026