The Astros could've reunited with a relief pitcher they know all too well but went with the 400 save club member instead.

Bryan Abreu has taken over as the closer, but with one of the game's best setup men being moved out of his usual role, the Astros felt like they needed to add another experience backend reliever, opting to sign Craig Kimbrel for the stretch run.

Craig Kimbrel could see leverage opportunities soon with the Astros, who are without Josh Hader and Bennett Soussa due to injuries.