The Astros have signed Craig Kimbrel to a major league contract, and the veteran reliever reported to the team in Baltimore on Friday.

The Houston Astros have confirmed the signing of veteran closer Craig Kimbrel, strengthening their bullpen as they head toward the MLB postseason. The move comes after Josh Hader was sidelined with a shoulder injury, leaving Bryan Abreu to step into the closer role.

The Little League World Series qualifiers from Richmond, Texas, may not have advanced beyond the early rounds in South Williamsport, Pa., this month. But on Thursday, they got a heck of a consolation

The Houston Astros (69-58) and Baltimore Orioles (59-67) begin a 4-game series Thursday. First pitch from Oriole Park at Camden Yards in Baltimore is set for 7:15 p.m. ET (FOX). Let's analyze BetMGM Sportsbook's MLB odds around the Astros vs.

Astros first. Jeremy Pena grounds out to first base to Coby Mayo. Carlos Correa singles to left field. Jose Altuve flies out to left center field to Dylan Carlson. Christian Walker homers to

Baltimore's Brandon Young had a career 0-6 record with a 6.70 ERA before Friday. But on Friday, he nearly threw a perfect game against the Astros.