The Houston Astros acquired catcher Brian McCann from the New York Yankees for two prospects and reportedly signed free agent outfielder Josh Reddick to a four-year, $52 million deal as an expected off-season renovation kicked into high gear.
McCann, who turns 33 in February, takes over behind the plate in Houston for free agent Jason Castro. He was expendable in New York with the emergence of rookie Gary Sanchez, who hit 20 home runs in a half-season this year.
Yahoo Sports reported that the Astros and Reddick have agreed to terms on a four-year, $52 million contract.
Reddick, who turns 30 in February, averaged 17 home runs and a .321 on-base percentage in five seasons with the Oakland Athletics - the final two months of those spent with the Los Angeles Dodgers after an August trade. His offensive numbers should get a boost in the more hitter-friendly confines of Minute Maid Park,
McCann, who turns 33 in February, takes over behind the plate in Houston for free agent Jason Castro. He was expendable in New York with the emergence of rookie Gary Sanchez, who hit 20 home runs in a half-season this year.
Yahoo Sports reported that the Astros and Reddick have agreed to terms on a four-year, $52 million contract.
Reddick, who turns 30 in February, averaged 17 home runs and a .321 on-base percentage in five seasons with the Oakland Athletics - the final two months of those spent with the Los Angeles Dodgers after an August trade. His offensive numbers should get a boost in the more hitter-friendly confines of Minute Maid Park,
