It’s been nearly a week since the big trade between the Astros and Blue Jays went down sending Roberto Osuna to Houston, and three pitchers returning to Toronto. Those three arms included minor leaguers David Paulino and Hector Perez, as well as the Astros former closer, Ken Giles.
It’s been heavily noted that the Astros took a big risk with this deal, for a number of reasons. They’re banking on Osuna’s ability to be the closer that they need, and to do it in a season that’s been nothing but personal and professional turmoil.