Eric Lauer

The Astros have signed veteran Eric Lauer to a minor-league deal.

Fantasy Impact

Lauer will report to Triple-A Sugarland. The veteran was most recently in the Pirates’ organization and carried a 5.52 ERA and 1.43 WHIP in eight games with Triple-A Indianapolis.

The Houston Astros have expressed interest in Eric Lauer.

Fantasy Impact

Lauer was released by the Pirates last week after opting out of his deal. It would be a minor-league deal with Houston if it gets done.

The Pittsburgh Pirates released Eric Lauer.

Fantasy Impact

Lauer was released via an opt-out in his contract. He'll look to land with another team where he'll likely hope to pitch in the majors.

The Pittsburgh Pirates have signed left-hander Eric Lauer to a minor-league deal.

Fantasy Impact

Lauer spent the past four seasons with the Brewers but had to settle for a minors deal following a poor 2023 season. The southpaw worked to a 6.56 ERA in 10 outings (nine starts) with the Brewers while also scuffling to a 5.15 ERA in 12 appearances (nine starts) at the Triple-A level.

Brewers pitcher Eric Lauer is set to begin a rehab assignment with Triple-A Nashville on Tuesday.

Fantasy Impact

Lauer hit the shelf after last appearing on May 20. The southpaw has scuffled to a 5.48 ERA in 42 2/3 innings this season while his 2.74 HR/9, 6.73 FIP, and 4.90 SIERA confirm he has indeed been poor to this point in the season.