The Houston Astros (inexplicably acting like buyers) have traded for reliever LaTroy Hawkins from the New York Yankees in exchange for class A second baseman, Matt Cusick.

I've been incredibly confused by the Astros' actions over the past couple of weeks. Hawkins is 1-1 with an ERA of 5.71 and will be a free agent at the end of the year. Hawkins has reportedly been pitching better as of late but I still can't understand what the hell the Astros think they're doing. I mean, do they really think a right handed reliever with an ERA over 5 is going to help them make up the 9.5 games between them and a playoff spot?

Astro fans, you have my pitty. Not only are you having a rough year, but your GM is apparently delusional. Enjoy!

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