On Friday, the Houston Astros played the Los Angeles Angels (at home) in Texas.
The Astros lost by a score of 6-2.
Astros Announce Roster Move Before Angels Game
GettyMINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA – JULY 05: César Salazar #18 of the Houston Astros reacts after getting hit by a pitch against the Minnesota Twins in the ninth inning at Target Field on July 05, 2024 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The Astros defeated the Twins 13-12. (Photo by David Berding/Getty Images)
Before the game, the Astros announced that they had made a roster move.
Brian McTaggart of MLB.com wrote: “César Salazar has cleared waivers and been outrighted to Triple-A Sugar Land. Salazar was designated for assignment by the Astros on Wednesday.”
GettyHOUSTON, TEXAS – AUGUST 27: César Salazar #18 of the Houston Astros takes his base after being walked during the fifth inning against the Colorado Rockies at Daikin Park on August 27, 2025 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Alex Slitz/Getty Images)
Salazar is coming off a season where he appeared in 11 games for the Astros.
He also played 47 games in Triple-A, batting .213 with five home runs and 18 RBI’s.
GettyCHICAGO, ILLINOIS – JUNE 19: César Salazar #18 of the Houston Astros hits a RBI single in the fourth inning against the Chicago White Sox at Guaranteed Rate Field on June 19, 2024 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Quinn Harris/Getty Images)
MLB Social Media Reacts To Roster News
GettyHOUSTON, TEXAS – MAY 23: César Salazar #18 of the Houston Astros looks on prior to a game against the Seattle Mariners at Daikin Park on May 23, 2025 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Alex Slitz/Getty Images)
Here’s what people were saying about the move:
@JohnLaw02: “I’m glad we have him but it wouldn’t have hurt my feelings if a contending team claimed him.”
@brian_t97: “A little surprised but glad to have him still here”
@CumulusChoir: “He might be a better option than Yainer rn”
@el_hombre_rojo: “I’m shocked but good for us”
@Steven_B_90: “Yanier hasn’t had a hit all season and we are manipulating service time for the great Cesar Salazar?”
@MilnorDavid: “This is good news for Astros fans. I’m hoping they don’t give up on him and there is still a spot for him”
GettyATLANTA, GA – APRIL 23: Bryan Abreu #52 reacts with Cesar Salazar #18 of the Houston Astros after defeating the Atlanta Braves 5-2 at Truist Park on April 23, 2023 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Todd Kirkland/Getty Images)
Looking At The Astros
GettyHOUSTON, TEXAS – JUNE 26: César Salazar #18 of the Houston Astros reacts after hitting a double in the fifth inning against the Colorado Rockies at Minute Maid Park on June 26, 2024 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Logan Riely/Getty Images)
The Astros are now 0-2 to start the new season.
After two more games against the Angels, they will remain at home to host the Boston Red Sox with the series starting on March 30.
GettyANAHEIM, CALIFORNIA – SEPTEMBER 26: Jose Altuve #27 of the Houston Astros at bat against the Los Angeles Angels in the first inning at Angel Stadium of Anaheim on September 26, 2025 in Anaheim, California. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)
Last season, the Astros missed the MLB playoffs after going 87-75.
Houston Astros Announce Roster Move Before Angels Game