Chas McCormick

Chas McCormick elected to become a free agent on Thursday after passing through waivers unclaimed. The Houston Astros had removed the outfielder from their 40-man roster on Tuesday. McCormick was eligible to elect free agency because he has more than three years of major-league service time.

Fantasy Impact

After slashing .259/.336/.449 during his first three seasons with the Astros, McCormick's production has declined over the last two years, in which he has hit .211/.273/.301. He may have to settle for a minor-league contract this winter.

The Astros designated OF Chas McCormick for assignment.

Fantasy Impact

McCormick was one of five players DFA'd by Houston. He could draw some interest on waivers.

The Astros optioned OF Chas McCormick to Triple-A Sugar Land.

Fantasy Impact

McCormick will return to the minors where he should see more of an opportunity.

Chas McCormick (oblique) has been reinstated from the 10-day IL.

Fantasy Impact

McCormick has been out since the end of May, but he's ready to return to the Astros' lineup after finishing a minor-league rehab assignment. With Yordan Alvarez, Jake Meyers, and others on the IL, the Astros could certainly use a rejuvenated McCormick.

Astros outfielder Chas McCormick (oblique) will head to Triple-A Sugar Land on Tuesday to continue his rehab assignment.

Fantasy Impact

McCormick hasn't appeared in a big-league game since May 29 due to the oblique issue but is seemingly nearing a return from the IL. The 30-year-old hit .256 without a homer alongside one steal across 53 plate appearances before hitting the shelf.