Daulton Varsho struggles with batting performance following trade to Houston Astros

The Toronto Blue Jays traded outfielder Daulton Varsho to the Houston Astros at the trade deadline in exchange for pitcher Spencer Arrighetti. Since the move, Varsho has struggled at the plate, hitting.188 through his first two dozen games with his new team. The outfielder, who is approaching free agency at the end of the season, cited a decline in power hitting as a primary concern. Prior to the trade, he hit 85 home runs over three seasons but has struggled to maintain that pace with only 10 home runs in 458 plate appearances this year. The Houston Astros acquired Varsho for his defensive utility and left-handed hitting to aid their postseason push. He continues to play in the outfield, but his ability to secure a long-term contract during free agency may depend on improving his offensive production for the remainder of the season.

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