The Houston Astros are interested in dealing for Tigers pitchers Justin Verlander and Justin Wilson, according to MLB Network reporter Jon Morosi.
Sources: While #Astros are in talks with #Athletics on Sonny Gray, they remain interested in Justin Verlander/Justin Wilson deal w/ Detroit.
— Jon Morosi (@jonmorosi) July 20, 2017
Wilson has a 2.75 ERA and 0.94 WHIP, making him an attractive candidate for teams looking to add some depth to their bullpen.
Verlander is, well, Verlander. He's the Tigers' ace, and the biggest, shiniest piece they have to offer as the July 31 trade deadline approaches.
With that said, Verlander's production has dipped recently (4.54 ERA), and he still has three years and $78 million left on his contract after this season.
According to Anthony Fench of the Detroit Free Press, the Milwaukee Brewers have also expressed interest in Verlander.
On Justin Verlander: The Brewers are interested, I'm told, and the Cubs are said to be still monitoring the situation.
— anthony fenech (@anthonyfenech) July 20, 2017
About the Astros: While interested, their involvement in Verlander talks has been minimal, I'm told.
— anthony fenech (@anthonyfenech) July 20, 2017
Morosi also reported that the Astros are looking at Oakland Athletics right-hander Sonny Gray.
