The Houston Astros have signed right-hander Christian Roa to a minor league deal, marking a return for the Texas A&M alum and Houston native. Originally a second-round pick by the Reds in 2020, Roa faced challenges in Triple-A and suffered a season-ending shoulder injury in 2024. After a brief stint with the Marlins, where he posted a 2.60 ERA in Triple-A and made his MLB debut, he opted for free agency. Roa primarily relies on his fastball and slider, transitioning to a bullpen role after starting early in his career.
