The Diamondbacks lost two relievers this week with right-hander Kevin Ginkel dealing with shoulder inflammation and left-hander Jordan Montgomery undergoing elbow surgery. As a result, Arizona signed Beeks to occupy the final bullpen spot. While Beeks posted a 4.50 ERA in 71 appearances for the Rockies and Pirates last season, he held lefties to a .202 average and .570 OPS and figures to be used primarily to get them out in 2025.

Beeks was in camp with the Astros this spring as a non-roster invitee and wasn’t going to crack the season-opening roster. The 31-year-old lefty had an opt out in his minor league contract, so he’s been granted his release to pursue other opportunities.

Jon Heyman of the New York Post was the first to report of the deal between the Astros and the 31-year-old southpaw. Beeks made 71 appearances between the Rockies and Pirates during the 2024 campaign, posting a 4.50 ERA, 1.49 WHIP and a 55/27 K/BB ratio over 70 innings. It’s unclear if he’ll have enough time to ramp up and get himself ready in time for Opening Day.

Beeks came in to get the final out after David Bednar wasn’t able to close out the contest. The left-hander has his 10th save of the season and first with the Pirates since joining Pittsburgh before the trade deadline.