Nick Hernandez
RP - Houston Astros - MiLB
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The Astros have optioned Nick Hernandez to Triple-A Sugar Land.
Fantasy Impact
Hernandez will head back to the minors after not making an appearance with the team. Forrest Whitley was activated from the injured list in a corresponding move.
The Astros recalled Nick Hernandez from Triple-A Sugar Land.
Fantasy Impact
Hernandez takes the roster spot of Luis Contreras who was optioned. He struggled in five relief appearances for Houston last season.
The Astros optioned Nick Hernandez to Triple-A Sugar Land on Tuesday, per team updates, after a rough spring showing with an 8.59 ERA across nine appearances.
Fantasy Impact
Hernandez’s 8.59 ERA in nine spring outings sank his Opening Day roster hopes, despite a 2.83 ERA over 28.2 innings at Sugar Land in 2024, though he struggled with 7 runs in 5 Astros games. The right-hander’s back in the minors. Fantasy managers in deep dynasty leagues might stash him, eyeing a rebound for a midseason call-up if Houston needs relief help.
The Astros have optioned Nick Hernandez to Triple-A Sugar Land.
Fantasy Impact
Hernandez only made two appearance during his short time with the Astros. Bryan King was recalled in a corresponding move.
The Astros have recalled Nick Hernandez from Triple-A Sugar Land.
Fantasy Impact
Hernandez will join the roster to provide a fresh arm for a depleted Astros’ bullpen. He has a 9.00 ERA and a 1.50 WHIP in three previous games with the Astros this season.
