Topkin describes the trade as a side effect of the Rays' crowded Triple-A pitching staff, as Houston was apparently squeezed out by the team's desire to give more innings to younger pitchers.
The obvious strikeout ability makes him an interesting project for the Phillies' pitching development staff, as Houston could be a very useful bullpen weapon if he can pair his knack for missing bats with even average control.
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