Tayler Scott, a right-handed pitcher previously with the Houston Astros, has cleared waivers after being designated for assignment but has opted for free agency rather than accepting an outright assignment. At 33, Scott had his best career season in 2024 with a 2.23 ERA, but struggled in 2025, resulting in a 5.40 ERA over 16.2 innings. His earlier performance suggests potential, and while he faces challenges, he is expected to secure a minor league deal with options to reunite with the Astros or explore other teams.
Right-hander Tayler Scott, who was designated for assignment by the Astros a week ago, has cleared waivers but has rejected an outright assignment and elected free agency.
Scott, 33 in June, had the best season of his career in 2024. He signed a minor league deal with the Astros... and posted a 2.23 earned run average across 68 2/3 innings.
The Astros kept him around but he posted a 5.40 ERA in 16 2/3 innings. His fortune flipped, as his .313 BABIP and 65.2% strand rate this year have been on the unlucky side.
Based on his solid performance last year, he should be able to get a minor league deal somewhere. That could be a reunion with the Astros.
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