The last thing the Houston Astros need is another infielder. As such, Astros fans shouldn't expect their favorite team to be among those bidding on free agent third baseman Kazuma Okamoto. The Japanese slugger was posted earlier this offseason, and teams have until January 4th to negotiate a deal. At the moment, the San Diego Padres, Pittsburgh Pirates, and Los Angeles Angels are all said to have varying levels of interest in signing Okamoto.
But while the Astros aren't expected to be among the suitors for Okamoto's services, the fallout could greatly impact Houston heading into the new year.