Astros sign Nelson Velázquez before series against Yankees
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 25, 2026, 2:16 AM
Last updated Aug 25, 2026
The Houston Astros signed Nelson Velázquez to a four-year MLB contract ahead of their game against the New York Yankees on August 25, 2026. Velázquez, claimed off waivers from the St. Louis Cardinals earlier this month, had been designated for assignment by the Astros a week ago after a brief stint with the team. He will replace Ray Delgado on the 26-man roster. Houston begins a three-game series against New York at 6:05 p.m. CDT today.
- •Astros signed Nelson Velázquez to a major-league deal.
- •Velázquez replaces Ray Delgado on the 26-man roster.
- •Houston begins a three-game series against the Yankees today.
- •He had a low batting average in previous MLB appearances this season.
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