The Houston Astros sign Justin Ruggiano
The Houston Astros have signed 29-year old righty swinging outfielder Justin Ruggiano to a minor league deal. He played in 46 games for the Rays last year and he was 26 for 105 (.248 avg, .673 OPS) with 11 runs scored, 4 homers, 13 RBIs and 1 stolen base. Ruggiano has now played in 98 games in his first three years in the majors and he was 44 for 195 (.226 avg, .621 OPS) with 22 runs scored, 6 homers, 23 RBIs and 3 stolen bases. Ruggiano will get to compete for a job on the Astros’ bench this spring.
