The Houston Astros have taken MLB by storm, and they could get even better by acquiring this slugger from the Baltimore Orioles.

With the MLB trade deadline fast approaching, the Astros' injury situation may prompt them to explore an alternative trade path.

David Schoenfield of ESPN predicts that Houston will trade for Baltimore Orioles slugger Ryan O'Hearn.

The Houston Astros are expected to be one of the main buyers at the trade deadline here in less than a week, and what they are looking for has become clear.

The latest reporting reveals if the Astros will once again go after Cardinals star Nolan Arenado after pursuit in offseason.

Zachary D. Rymer of Bleacher Report recently listed some of the top available rotation arms. Among them was Edward Cabrera, who was predicted to be traded to Houston before next week's deadline.

Major League Baseball's trade deadline is scheduled for next Thursday, which means teams have less than a week to get their midsummer shopping done. The moves have already started, as the Mariners recently acquired Josh Naylor from the Diamondbacks while the Yankees acquired Ryan McMahon in a trade with the Rockies.

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