JOEL KUHNEL TO HOUSTON

The Houston Astros acquired pitcher Joel Kuhnel from the Cincinnati Reds for cash.

What does it give the Houston Astros
Veteran journeyman Kuhnel is a big right-hander who is strictly a reliever, so he will provide organizational bullpen depth.

What does it give the Cincinnati Reds
The Reds decided to move on from Kuhnel, who struggled in two appearances earlier this season. Cincinnati will get back some cash.