Astros Designate Janson Junk For Assignment

Houston Astros Cut Ties With Starter After Woeful Stretch

Junk DFA'd in Favor of Roster Flexibility

The Houston Astros have designated right-handed starter Janson Junk for assignment, the team announced Tuesday. The move comes after Junk struggled to a 9.15 ERA in his last five starts, allowing 26 hits and 17 walks in 22 innings.

Junk, 29, was acquired by the Astros from the Los Angeles Angels in 2021 and has been a solid contributor as a swingman. However, he has struggled to find his footing in the rotation this season, posting a 6.33 ERA in 10 starts.

The Astros are hoping that Junk can regain his form in a new environment. He has a career 4.63 ERA in 139 innings pitched in the majors.

Astros Roster Moves

• Designated Janson Junk for assignment
• Recalled reliever Bryan Abreu from Triple-A Sugar Land

Abreu to Join Bullpen

Abreu, 26, has a 2.84 ERA in 21 appearances for Sugar Land this season. He has struck out 29 batters in 22 innings.

Junk's Future Uncertain

Junk now has seven days to be traded or claimed on waivers by another team. If he clears waivers, he will be outrighted to Triple-A Sugar Land.