Houston Astros claim outfielder Jorge Barrosa from Arizona Diamondbacks

The Houston Astros claimed outfielder Jorge Barrosa off waivers from the Arizona Diamondbacks on Sunday. Barrosa, 25, is a switch-hitter who has split his time between all three outfield positions during his tenure in the majors. Across 254 plate appearances over the past three seasons, he recorded a.180/.241/.302 slash line. To clear a spot on the 40-man roster, the Astros transferred pitcher Mike Burrows to the 60-day injured list. Additionally, the team optioned Jake Meyers to Triple-A Sugar Land to accommodate Barrosa on the active roster. Barrosa is out of minor-league options, requiring the Astros to keep him on the active roster or designate him for assignment. He is expected to join the club for their upcoming series in Philadelphia.

• 11:33 PMYahoo Sports — Houston Astros claim outfielder Jorge Barrosa off waivers from Arizona Diamondbacks