Joel Kuhnel

The Houston Astros signed Joel Kuhnel to a minor league deal.

Fantasy Impact

Kuhnel lands back with Houston after he was designated for assignment by the Astros, cleared waivers and elected free agency before landing back with Houston. He'll remain a depth reliever in the organization for the Astros.

Joel Kuhnel pitched the 12th inning on Tuesday, pitching a clean inning of baseball on five pitches as he went on to pick up the save in the Reds' 5-3 win over the Diamondbacks.

Fantasy Impact

Kuhnel should not be rostered in fantasy as he is not a main closer nor does he see mid relief often enough to earn a win. The Reds reliever is more useful in real life than fantasy as he does still boast alright statistics with an ERA of 3.31 and a WHIP of 1.10.

Joel Kuhnel pitched the ninth inning on Saturday, walking one, and allowing two hits for two earned runs as he was marked with a blown save in the Reds' 5-4 loss to to the Cardinals.

Fantasy Impact

Kunel isn't the main closer for the Reds but earned the opportunity on Saturday to earn the save but blew it giving him a record of 0-1 on the season. The Reds reliever has an ERA of 3.52 with a WHIP of 1.17 and zero saves on the season. Kuhnel should not be rostered at the moment as he has allowed six runs over 15 1/3 innings.