In a 60-game season where a series can be canceled at any moment, anything goes, but MLB teams still have to follow roster rules. So far, the Astros have had six players make their major league debuts. For a World Series contender, relying on so many young players is not normal, but this is not a normal season or year. With so many early injuries, the bullpen has become a critical part of the Astros season.
After letting Will Harris and others leave town, they re-signed Joe Smith to help stabilize the bullpen.