Houston Astros claim outfielder Jorge Barrosa off waivers from Arizona
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Last updated Sep 7, 2026
The Houston Astros claimed Jorge Barrosa off waivers on Sunday following the conclusion of their series against the Arizona Diamondbacks. The 25-year-old outfielder had been designated for assignment by the Diamondbacks two days prior. Barrosa spent over 11 years in the Arizona organization after signing as an international free agent in 2017. He has appeared in 138 major league games since his 2024 debut, recording a.180 batting average with three home runs and 16 doubles across 222 at-bats. The Astros currently maintain a 73-71 record and lead the American League West by two games over the Texas Rangers.
- •Houston Astros claimed Jorge Barrosa off waivers on Sunday.
- •The move ends Barrosa's 11-year tenure with the Arizona Diamondbacks organization.
- •Barrosa has a.180 career batting average over 138 major league appearances.
- •The Astros lead the American League West by two games with a 73-71 record.
- 2:39 AMYahoo Sports — Houston Astros Acquire 3-Year MLB Player From Diamondbacks
- 2:39 AMYahoo Sports — Houston Astros Add 3-Year MLB Player After Diamondbacks Series
"The Houston Astros wrapped up their series with the Arizona Diamondbacks on Sunday afternoon with a 3-2 loss. Sitting at 73-71, the Astros still hold a 2.0-game lead over the Texas Rangers for first place in the AL West. Following/during the Diamondbacks series, Houston actually claimed a player from Arizona after he was DFA’d. More […] The post Houston Astros Add 3-Year MLB Player After Diamondbacks Series appeared first on HEAVY.
"The Houston Astros wrapped up their series with the Arizona Diamondbacks on Sunday afternoon with a 3-2 loss. Sitting at 73-71, the Astros still hold a 2.0-game lead over the Texas Rangers for first place in the AL West. Following/during the Diamondbacks series, Houston actually claimed a player from Arizona after he was DFA’d. More […] The post Houston Astros Acquire 3-Year MLB Player From Diamondbacks appeared first on HEAVY.
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 7, 2026, 2:39 AMHouston Astros Acquire 3-Year MLB Player From Diamondbacks
The Houston Astros wrapped up their series with the Arizona Diamondbacks on Sunday afternoon with a 3-2 loss. Sitting at 73-71, the Astros still hold a 2.0-game lead over the Texas Rangers for first place in the AL West. Following/during the Diamondbacks series, Houston actually claimed a player from Arizona after he was DFA’d. More […] The post Houston Astros Acquire 3-Year MLB Player From Diamondbacks appeared first on HEAVY.
- Yahoo SportsSep 7, 2026, 2:39 AMHouston Astros Add 3-Year MLB Player After Diamondbacks Series
The Houston Astros wrapped up their series with the Arizona Diamondbacks on Sunday afternoon with a 3-2 loss. Sitting at 73-71, the Astros still hold a 2.0-game lead over the Texas Rangers for first place in the AL West. Following/during the Diamondbacks series, Houston actually claimed a player from Arizona after he was DFA’d. More […] The post Houston Astros Add 3-Year MLB Player After Diamondbacks Series appeared first on HEAVY.
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