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Astros recall Kai-Wei Teng, option Bryan King to Triple-A

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 21, 2026, 8:17 PM

Last updated Aug 21, 2026

Astros recall Kai-Wei Teng, option Bryan King to Triple-A

Summary

The Houston Astros have recalled right-handed pitcher Kai-Wei Teng from Triple-A Sugar Land, following the optioning of left-handed pitcher Bryan King to the same affiliate. Teng, 27, has a 4.35 ERA over 25 appearances this season for the Astros. King, who started the season strong, has struggled recently with a 4.75 ERA in 51 appearances. This move reflects ongoing efforts to optimize the pitching staff ahead of continuing play in the season.

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By the Numbers

•Astros recall RHP Kai-Wei Teng from Triple-A Sugar Land
•LHP Bryan King optioned to Triple-A after recent struggles
•Teng has a 4.35 ERA this season for Houston
•King had a 2.03 ERA before a rough stretch
•Houston continues to adjust pitching staff as season progresses

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8:17 PMYahoo Sports — Astros Recall SP/RP Kai-Wei Teng, Option RP Bryan King

What they're saying

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The Astros have recalled RHP Kai-Wei Teng from Triple A Sugar Land today after optioning LHP Bryan King to Triple A last night. Teng, 27, is 5-6 this season with a 4.35 ERA and 1.35 WHIP for Houston across 25 games, including 10 starts. In 68.1 IP with the big league club, Teng has 67 K and has allowed […]
— Yahoo Sports

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