The Houston Astros reacquired Carlos Correa at the trade deadline, and a few days afterwards, they’re reuniting with a former fan favorite slugger, whom they released before the trade deadline.
According to Michael Schwab, Astros writer and The Ice Box Insider, the Astros are bringing back Jon Singleton on a minor league deal. He’s set to join the Space Cowboys in Salt Lake City and is back in the Astros system.
Source: Jon Singleton has signed a minor league contract with the Astros. He will join the Space Cowboys in Salt Lake City for the upcoming series.
He was recently DFA but is signing with the minor league team as a free agent. pic.twitter.com/o3fkeo3rfB
— Michael Schwab (@michaelschwab13) August 5, 2025
Over a week ago, he was designated for assignment by the Astros, which was announced by his wife on Twitter/X. But, he wasn’t a free agent for long, as the Astros are bringing the fan favorite slugger back on a minor league deal.
The 33-year-old didn’t contribute much in his nine at-bats for the Astros, as he notched just one hit and struck out once during his very brief stint at the end of July earlier this season.
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But, a year ago in 2024, Singleton was a solid contributor for the Astros. In 119 games, he had 83 hits, 46 runs scored, 13 doubles, one triple, 13 home runs, 42 RBIs, 47 walks, and 111 strikeouts.
His .234 batting average, .321 on-base percentage, and .386 slugging percentage were all career highs, and his .707 OPS was the only time he was at a .700 OPS or better in his big league career.
Singleton was an above-average hitter for the Astros in 2024, and while he didn’t get much of a chance this season, he’s a solid depth addition to have in the organization.
The left-handed slugger might not see the Majors for a while, if at all this season. But if the Astros do have a hole in the lineup, Singleton will be waiting in the minor leagues, ready to be called up and contribute for the Astros once again.
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