The Houston Astros on Friday recalled Taiwanese right-hander Teng Kai-wei from Triple-A, strengthening their bullpen ahead of their series opener against the Athletics.
The Astros also optioned left-hander Bryan King to Triple-A, according to the MLB club’s roster announcement.
It marks Teng’s return to the majors after he was optioned on July 26.
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The 27-year-old Taichung native has made 25 MLB appearances this season, including 10 starts, posting a 5-6 record and a 4.35 ERA with 67 strikeouts over 68.1 innings. He has a 1.35 WHIP.
Teng began the season as a reliever before moving into Houston’s starting rotation. He was later placed on the 15-day injured list with a sprained right knee.
After being activated on July 17, Teng made two relief appearances, allowing two runs over 4.1 innings, before being sent back to Triple-A.
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