Craig Kimbrel has found himself back in the Major Leagues. Kimbrel, 37, signed a contract with the Astros on Thursday, according to ESPN. The nine-time All-Star’s deal with Houston marks his ninth Major League team of his career, and the seventh since 2021.

The nine-time All-Star closer is preparing to play for his ninth team. "It's a tremendous ballclub with a lot of talent," Kimbrel said.

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