"Yajure posted a 3.72 ERA across two years in NPB, with a notable 3.34 ERA in 2024 while pitching for the Yakult Swallows over 23 appearances."
"Originally signed by the Yankees as a 17-year-old, Yajure reached the majors in 2020 but struggled with the Pirates, recording an 8.88 ERA in 2022."
"The Astros are currently dealing with multiple injuries in their rotation, making the addition of Yajure a strategic move to bolster their pitching depth."
Miguel Yajure, a right-handed pitcher, has signed a minor league agreement with the Astros. He previously played in Japan's Nippon Professional Baseball, posting a 3.72 ERA over two seasons. Yajure had a productive 2024 with the Yakult Swallows, achieving a 3.34 ERA in 23 appearances. Originally a Yankees prospect, he made his MLB debut in 2020 but struggled with the Pirates in 2021 and 2022. The Astros are addressing injuries in their rotation, making Yajure's addition timely.
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