Tayler Scott was one of the feel-good stories for the Astros last season. He was also one of the team’s best relievers for the first four months of the 2025 campaign before regressing in the second half. That downturn starting in August wasn’t exactly a surprise, as he ultimately threw 68 2⁄3 innings. Joe Espada relied on him heavily, and it showed later in the season.
The hope for this season was that Scott could largely replicate his impressive first four months and take on a more prominent role within the bullpen, especially with Ryan Pressly now in Chicago.