Houston Astros Release Fernando Rodney

     The Houston Astros released former Marlins relief pitcher Fernando Rodney. He had signed with the Astros as a free agent on July 31. Rodney recently helped the Washington Nationals win their first World Series title in franchise history last year. 

     He once was with the Miami Marlins in 2016 when he was acquired from the San Diego Padres for Chris Paddack. Rodney had a 2-3 record with eight saves in 39 games with Miami.