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Astros call up .575 OPS outfielder to replace injured former Mariners prospect
TL;DR
The Houston Astros have called up outfielder Daniel Johnson to replace injured Taylor Trammell, who is on the 10-day injured list due to a groin strain. Johnson recently signed a minor league contract and has limited MLB experience.
Key points
- Astros call up Daniel Johnson to replace Taylor Trammell
- Trammell placed on 10-day injured list
- Johnson has limited MLB experience since 2020
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The Houston Astros made a notable change to the roster before last night's game against the Cleveland Guardians.
Outfielder Taylor Trammell was placed on the 10-day injured list with a left groin strain.
Taking Trammell's place on the roster is five-year Major League veteran Daniel Johnson. He entered Tuesday's game as a defensive replacement and walked and was hit by a pitch in two plate appearances.
Before receiving the call, Johnson had signed a minor league contract with the Astros just a few days prior. The 30-year-old has appeared in a total of 68 Major League games since the start of 2020, hitting .196/.253/.322 with five home runs.
"Even if he doesn’t provide much with the bat, he can be useful in other ways," Darragh McDonald of MLB Trade Rumors wrote about Johnson. "His sprint speed was ranked in the 94th percentile of qualified big leaguers last year, and his glovework has been well regarded."
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Johnson's stint with the Astros may be short-lived, but he's a player with experience who can be relied upon to play solid defense and maybe steal a base or two while Trammell is out.
Houston also recently promoted shortstop to replace the injured on the roster.
Q&A
Why was Taylor Trammell placed on the injured list?
Taylor Trammell was placed on the 10-day injured list due to a left groin strain.
What are Daniel Johnson's career statistics in Major League Baseball?
Daniel Johnson has played in 68 Major League games since 2020, with a batting average of .196, an on-base percentage of .253, and a slugging percentage of .322.
When did the Astros sign Daniel Johnson?
The Astros signed Daniel Johnson to a minor league contract just a few days before he was called up to the MLB roster.