The Houston Astros finally got their flamethrower closer. In a five-player trade with the Philadelphia Phillies, the Astros acquired 25-year-old Ken Giles, who boasts a fastball that hits over 100 MPH, a high-80s slider, and refined command. Cody Poage covered Giles’ repertoire and peripherals shortly after the deal was announced on Wednesday. In Giles, the Astros paid the perfect price for the perfect fit for their organization.
The Astros sent SP Vince Velasquez, SP Brett Oberholtzer, OF Derek Fisher, and SP Thomas Eschelman to the Phillies for Giles.