Following the 7-1 victory over the Cleveland Indians, the Houston Astros needed to make some roster moves. Following the flurry of trades at the last minute of the trade deadline, space was needed on the 25-man roster for the three trade deadline pitching acquisitions: Zack Greinke, Joe Biagini, and Aaron Sanchez. Catcher Martin Maldonado had already joined the team, taking departed catcher’s Max Stassi roster spot, who was traded to the Angels.
Urquidy, Abreu, Straw sent down
According to Jake Kaplan, the Astros optioned Urquidy, Abreu, and Myles Straw.