The Astros were among the teams to watch a cricket star work out in Florida on Wednesday, people familiar with the showcase said.
At least half of the 30 major league teams were on hand to watch Kieran Powell, a 25-year-old West Indies cricketer who found himself in a contract dispute and decided to turn to baseball.
Powell has been working out at IMG Academy in Florida. His athleticism is clear but he’s regarded as a longshot to make the big leagues.
Adam Berry of Pirates.com reported the Astros were on hand along with the A’s, Cubs, Giants, Mets, Padres, Pirates, Rays, Rangers, Reds, Tigers and Yankees.