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Bud Norris | Starting Pitcher

Team: Houston Astros
Age / DOB:  (28) / 3/2/1985
Ht / Wt:  6'0' / 222
Bats / Throws: Right / Right
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Bud Norris told FOX Sports' Jon Paul Morosi that it would be a "dream come true" to pitch for the Giants.
With the Astros in rebuilding mode, Norris is an obvious candidate to be traded this summer. While he's fully aware that he can't control his destiny, he would welcome a trade to the Giants, who could be in the market for pitching. "It gives you goose bumps when you think about it," said Norris. "Obviously growing up there, being a big Giants fan — and I rooted for the A’s, too, in the area, but I was more of a Giants fan. That’s a possibility. It’s all trade rumors, as they say. But if it were to happen, it would be a dream come true for me to play for my childhood team." Norris, who is under team control through 2015, has a 3.64 ERA and 61/28 K/BB ratio in 89 innings across 15 starts this season. Jun 19 - 11:45 AM
Source: FOX Sports

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Bud Norris - S - Astros

CBS Sports' Danny Knobler reports that the Giants have been asking about the Astros' Bud Norris and the Marlins' Ricky Nolasco.

The Giants apparently haven't begun in-depth discussions with either team and have other pitchers on their radar. Cliff Lee, Josh Johnson and Matt Garza figure to be the biggest names on the market this summer, though it's not clear whether the Giants will be in the mix for any of them. Either way, GM Brian Sabean figures to be on the lookout for an upgrade, as San Francisco's rotation uncharacteristically ranks 24th in the majors with a 4.75 ERA.
Related: Giants, Ricky Nolasco
Source: CBSSports.com
Jun 11 - 2:25 PM
Bud Norris - S - Astros

Bud Norris allowed four hits over six innings and combined with two relievers on a shutout of the Angels on Saturday.

Jose Cisnero and Jose Veras finished the shutout, with Veras picking up his 10th save. Norris won for the first time since the last time he faced the Angels on May 8. In fact, he's 3-0 with a 0.43 ERA versus the Halos this season and 2-4 with a 4.69 ERA against everyone else.
Jun 2 - 1:34 AM
Bud Norris - S - Astros

Bud Norris, who left his last start with back spasms, allowed two runs in seven innings Monday in a no-decision against the Rockies.

Norris has battled well, but his strikeout rate is way down of lately, probably at least partly as a result of his back problems. He's fanned just nine batters over 26 innings in his last four starts. This from a guy who struck out 165 in 168 1/3 innings last year. He's not a very good play in AL-only leagues at the moment.
May 27 - 7:09 PM
Bud Norris - S - Astros

Bud Norris (back) expects to make his next scheduled start.

Norris has left each of his last two starts with lower back spasms, but both times his removal was considered precautionary. He received massage treatment Wednesday and thinks "the prevention process of taking care of it now and getting me out of the game will help." Assuming he doesn't have a setback over the next few days, the righty will likely face the Rockies on Monday.
Source: Astros.mlb.com
May 22 - 9:25 PM
Bud Norris - S - Astros

Bud Norris left Tuesday's start against the Royals following six scoreless innings after aggravating his back injury.

Norris was originally supposed to start Sunday after leaving his previous outing with back spasms but was pushed back just in case. Obviously, it appears that he's not over the ailment. The righty gave up just five hits and two walks over six frames before exiting Tuesday. The Astros should provide an update on his status after the game.
Source: Brian McTaggart on Twitter
May 21 - 10:29 PM
Bud Norris - S - Astros

Bud Norris (back) will have his next start pushed back to Tuesday against the Royals.

Norris left Monday's start against the Tigers with back spasms and will get some extra rest. Lucas Harrell will move up in the rotation to start Sunday against the Pirates.
Related: Lucas Harrell
Source: Brian McTaggart on Twitter
May 17 - 4:28 PM
Bud Norris - S - Astros

MLB.com's Brian McTaggart reports the Reid Ryan will be named the new president of the Houston Astros.

Reid is the son of Nolan Ryan and currently runs the Triple-A Round Rock Express (an affiliate of the Rangers) and Double-A Corpus Christi Hooks (an affiliate of the Astros). He will be replacing George Postolos, who stepped down from the position of Astros president on Monday. Ryan will be officially introduced at a press conference Friday afternoon at Minute Maid Park.
Source: MLBlogs.com
May 16 - 11:53 AM
Bud Norris - S - Astros

Bud Norris said Tuesday that his back is still tight.

Norris left Monday's start against the Tigers with back spasms and is still experiencing some discomfort. He hopes to make his next scheduled start, but said that it's "definitely to be determined." Jose Cisnero or Travis Blackley are among the candidates for a potential spot start.
Related: Travis Blackley, Jose Cisnero
Source: Brian T. Smith on Twitter
May 14 - 4:08 PM
Bud Norris - S - Astros

Bud Norris (back) will be re-evaluated Tuesday before the Astros determine whether he'll have to miss a start.

Norris' back tightened up on him when he was warming up prior to the sixth inning during Monday's start. Jose Cisnero or Travis Blackley would be options to come out of the bullpen to start for Norris if need be, or someone like Jarred Cosart could be called up.
Source: Brian T. Smith on Twitter
May 13 - 10:22 PM
Bud Norris - S - Astros

Bud Norris left Monday's start against the Tigers with back spasms.

Norris was warming up prior to the bottom of the sixth but eventually exited after a visit with the trainer. It's not clear at this point if he might have to miss his next start. The righty struggled before leaving Monday, allowing seven runs on nine hits and a walk over five innings.
Source: Anthony Odoardi on Twitter
May 13 - 9:35 PM
Bud Norris - S - Astros

Bud Norris left Monday's start against the Tigers with an apparent injury.

Norris was warming up prior to the bottom of the sixth when Jason Castro summoned the Astros' trainer to the mound. After a brief discussion, the righty headed to the clubhouse. It's not clear what's going on with Norris, but an update should be available soon.
Source: Brian T. Smith on Twitter
May 13 - 9:07 PM
Bud Norris - S - Astros

Bud Norris allowed one run in eight-plus innings as the Astros beat the Angels 3-1 on Wednesday.

Manager Bo Porter gave Norris the opportunity for the complete game, but after back-to-back singles to start the inning he was pulled in favor of Jose Veras. Despite allowing nine hits, the right-hander needed just 84 pitches on the evening. The staff ace is now 4-3 with a 3.40 ERA, respectable numbers considering it's his first go-round in the American League. His next start will come Monday against the Tigers.
May 9 - 12:23 AM
Bud Norris - S - Astros

Bud Norris delivered a strong performance in a no-decision against the Astros on Friday, allowing only two runs on five hits over seven frames.

Norris struck out a season-high seven in the game while walking three. He left in position to earn his fourth victory of the season, but Jose Veras was unable to hold the lead in the ninth inning. He’ll get the ball again on Thursday at home against the Angels, where his high-strikeout potential makes him a worthwhile matchup play in most formats.
May 3 - 11:26 PM
Bud Norris - S - Astros

Bud Norris allowed one run over five innings as the Astros beat the Mariners 3-2 on Tuesday.

It wasn't Norris' best outing, as he allowed eight hits and two walks over his five innings. Still, Norris was able to dance around danger for most of the night, and he was effective enough to get his third win of the season. After lasting just 2/3 of an inning his last time out, it was at the least a nice bounce-back game for the righty. We still don't trust him outside of deeper mixed and AL-only leagues, though. He'll next get the Red Sox on Sunday.
Apr 24 - 12:08 AM

Depth Charts

Batters
PosRoleName
C1Jason Castro
2Carlos Corporan
1B1Carlos Pena
2B1Jose Altuve
SS1Marwin Gonzalez
2Ronny Cedeno
3B1Matt Dominguez
LF1J.D. Martinez
CF1Justin Maxwell
2Brandon Barnes
RF1Trevor Crowe
2Jimmy Paredes
DH1Chris Carter
Starting Pitcher
PosRoleName
S1Bud Norris
2Lucas Harrell
3Jordan Lyles
4Dallas Keuchel
5Erik Bedard
Relief Pitcher
PosRoleName
R1Jose Veras
2Wesley Wright
3Hector Ambriz
4Josh Fields
5Jose Cisnero
6Paul Clemens
7Travis Blackley
8Edgar Gonzalez
9Alex White
10Wade LeBlanc