Astros pitcher Bryan Abreu may be trade candidate amid bullpen shuffle

Houston Astros reliever Bryan Abreu has emerged as a potential trade candidate as the August 3 deadline approaches. Despite a rocky start to the season that saw his ERA climb as high as 14.73, his recent performances show promise, with an ERA of 6.87 over 21 appearances. As closer Josh Hader approaches a return from injury, Abreu could provide the Astros with surplus bullpen options, making him an attractive target for contending teams looking to bolster their roster. Abreu's success in May included two saves and two wins, possibly positioning him for a key role should he remain with Houston through the trade deadline. His situation is further complicated by his pending free agency and the upcoming labor negotiations.

• 12:58 AMYahoo Sports — The Astros’ Top Trade Candidate is a Pitcher No One is Talking About