HOUSTON - The Astros have added another bat to their lineup as they make a push for the post-season, acquiring two-time All-Star outfielder Carlos Gomez from the Milwaukee Brewers.
Houston, which also received right-hander Mike Fiers in the deal, sent four prospects to the Brewers: left-hander Josh Hader, right-hander Adrian Houser and outfielders Brett Phillips and Domingo Santana.
Milwaukee general manager Doug Melvin said a trade fell through Wednesday that would have sent Gomez to the New York Mets for infielder Wilmer Flores and injured pitcher Zack Wheeler.
Houston’s move came a week after the Astros obtained top starter Scott Kazmir from the Oakland Athletics.