The Houston Astros have traded RHP Rafael Montero and cash considerations to the Braves in exchange for a PTBNL. The announcement was made by Astros general manager Dana Brown on Tuesday night. Montero,

The Astros announced a trade sending reliever Rafael Montero and cash to the Braves for a player to be named later. Houston recalled lefty reliever Bennett Sousa to take the vacated bullpen spot. The Braves have not announced any corresponding moves;

Former World Series champion Dontrelle Willis believes the Astros must do whatever it takes to keep Framber Valdez.