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Astros Rumors: Houston to sign free-agent reliever Pedro Baez

James Click talks with manager Dusty Baker #12 of the Houston Astros during batting practice before a game against the Los Angeles Dodgers at Minute Maid Park on July 29, 2020 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Bob Levey/Getty Images)

The Houston Astros continue to shore up their bullpen, agreeing to a two-year deal with free-agent reliever Pedro Baez, pending physical.

The Houston Astros are in agreement on a two-year deal with free-agent reliever Pedro Baez, according to Jorge Castillo of the Los Angeles Times. The deal is pending physical.

Houston has been aggressive in trying to upgrade the bullpen, having targeted high-end relievers Liam Hendriks and Blake Treinen.