We haven't even played the first game of the new 2012 season, and the Houston Astros new GM, Jeff Luhnow, is already making moves. Today the Astros announced the signing of 2 veterans, right fielder, J.D. Drew, and LHP Scott Kazmir. Drew will be inserted into the starting lineup immediately, playing left field, and it appears, Kazmir will be put into the 5th spot of the rotation sending J.A. Happ to the bullpen. Drew was quoted saying he wasn't willing to hang up the spikes yet, and he wants to come in and be a leader in this clubhouse and help these young guys turn the corner. Kazmir, who has had his struggles over the past few years with Tampa Bay and Los Angeles was more than ecstatic when he got the call from Luhnow. Kazmir grew up in Houston, pitching at Cy-Falls High School, before being drafted by the Rays. He's hoping Houston can be the spot he revitalizes his career and can get back to the All-Star he once was.

Scott Kazmir