Availability
The Astros outrighted C César Salazar to Triple-A Sugar Land.
Fantasy Impact
Salazar cleared waivers after being designated for assignment. He will remain in the Astros organization.
The Astros designated C César Salazar for assignment.
Fantasy Impact
Salazar did not make the Astros Opening Day roster. He could remain in their organization if he clears waivers.
Astros catcher Cesar Salazar has not made the club's Opening Day roster, according to manager Joe Espada.
Fantasy Impact
Salazar has been battling veteran Christian Vazquez for the backup catcher spot behind Yainer Diaz, but it appears he will begin the season in the minor leagues. The 30-year-old hit just .182 without a homer in 31 spring plate appearances and owns a career .232 average without a homer alongside a .586 OPS across 67 career MLB plate appearances.
The Astros optioned C César Salazar to Triple-A Sugar Land.
Fantasy Impact
Salazar heads back to the minors to make room for Zach Cole. He should see more consistent opportunity in Triple-A.
The Astros recalled C César Salazar from Triple-A Sugar Land.
Fantasy Impact
Salazar has appeared in eight games this season. He should see some more opportunities with both Victor Caratini (concussion) and Yainer Diaz (wrist) banged up.