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Astros Sign Ramon Vazquez, Not Sure Why

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The Astros have signed Ramon Vazquez to a minor league deal, in light of Manzella's injury.

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Vazquez has already appeared in four games for the Express, and could be called up if Oswaldo Navarro continues to struggle.

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Vazquez signed a deal with the Pirates for $2 million, but was released April 8.

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Why the Astros made this move, I'm not too sure. Vazquez is a career .250 hitter and is approaching age 33. But then again, our other shortstop is Geoff Blum, a 37 year old, .240 career hitter.

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