Houston Astros bullpen woes continue as lefty Steven Okert goes on the injured list with a hamstring strain, leaving a void that’s being filled by Bryan King — who was once a reliable arm but has struggled lately. King, called up to replace Okert, had a strong start with a 2.13 ERA before a rough July outing against Texas derailed his momentum. His ERA ballooned to 4.75 by August, prompting a demotion to Triple-A, where he rebounded with zero runs allowed in recent appearances. Now back in the majors, King carries hope for stability — and the Astros need him to deliver fast.

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