New York Yankees general manager Brian Cashman revealed that they had rejected a trade for Ben Zobrist in July.
The New York Yankees are reportedly interested in trading for closer Craig Kimbrel.
Alex Rodriguez made his first ever start at first base in the Yankees' 7-0 win over the Astros.
Former unsigned No.1 draft pick Brady Aiken announced that he had undergone Tommy John elbow surgery on Thursday.
The Houston Astros signed Colby Rasmus to a one-year deal worth $8 million.
The Houston Astros traded Dexter Fowler to the Cubs for Dan Straily and Luis Valbuena.
The Atlanta Braves traded their slugger, Evan Gattis to the Astros in exchange for three minor league players.
The Houston Astros signed free agent Jed Lowrie to a three-year deal.
