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On YouTubeHouston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / April 22
Steven Okert Has Been Fantastic So Far 
I’m a bit of a sucker for journeyman relievers unexpectedly becoming a stud. Specifically regarding Houston in recent years, Rafael Montero was that guy in 2022, while Tayler Scott had a career-best season in 2024.
Houston Astros News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 24
Montero, Okert will make Astros roster; Singleton will not
Veteran right-hander Rafael Montero has made the Astros’ Opening Day roster, reports Ari Alexander of Houston’s KPRC-2. Lefty Steven Okert has also made the cut, per MLB.com’s Brian McTaggart.
MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 22
Astros announce several roster moves ahead of Opening Day
The Astros announced this afternoon that they have released outfielder Ben Gamel and left-hander Jalen Beeks.
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Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / March 18
Astros Notes: Okert and Spring Training
Okert steps forward for bullpen opening...reminder about spring stats...and Rangers’ injuries An important question for the Astros to answer this spring training is the composition of the bullpen.
Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / March 16
Lots of Good Omens in the Astros 5-0 win over the Mets
Steven Okert dominates the Mets lineup to solidify his claim for a spot on the OD roster It was the most consequential game the Astros have played all Spring.
Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / November 15
A Couple Of Observations About Steven Okert
We’re currently in a quiet period of the offseason, with few, if any, notable transactions to analyze. The Angels are curiously active, adding a handful of major league-caliber players.
MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 12
Astros, Steven Okert Agree To Minor League Deal
The Astros have agreed to a minor league deal with left-handed reliever Steven Okert, per their transaction log at MLB.com. He’ll be in camp as a non-roster invitee in spring training and would earn $1.2MM upon making the roster, MLBTR has learned.
Minnesota Twins News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 27
Twins Outright Steven Okert
Twins left-hander Steven Okert went unclaimed on waivers and has been assigned outright to Triple-A St. Paul, per the team’s transaction log at MLB.com.
Minnesota Twins News / Minnesota Sports Fan / August 24
Twins Latest Roster Move Slams Door on the Offseason
The Minnesota Twins bullpen was projected to be one of the better units in baseball. It has instead been one of the worst units in baseball for weeks. The latest roster move has slammed the door completely on the only relief moves this past offseason.
Minnesota Twins News / Minnesota Twins on SI / August 24
Twins designate Steven Okert for assignment, call up Scott Blewett
The Twins have designated veteran relief pitcher Steven Okert for assignment, the team announced on Saturday. To take his spot in the bullpen, Scott Blewett has been recalled from Triple-A St.
Minnesota Twins News / Twins Daily / August 21
From Griffin Jax Down to Steven Okert: Twins Bullpen Confidence Rankings
At the trade deadline, the San Diego Padres went out and acquired four pitchers including a couple of All Star caliber relief pitchers in Tanner Scott and Jason Adams.
Minnesota Twins News / Minnesota Twins on SI / August 12
Twins reinstate Steven Okert, option Randy Dobnak
The Twins have reinstated pitcher Steven Okert from the bereavement list and optioned pitcher Randy Obnak to Triple-A St. Paul in a subsequent move. Okert has made 38 appearances in his first year with the Twins this season and even made one start.
Minnesota Twins News / Minnesota Twins on SI / August 5
Twins place Steven Okert on bereavement list, recall Josh Winder
The Twins placed left-handed reliever Steven Okert on the bereavement list on Monday and recalled right-hander Josh Winder from Triple-A St. Paul to take his place active roster. Winder made one appearance for the Twins this season against the Houston Astros on July 5, allowing five hits and four runs while fanning two across two innings.
Minnesota Twins News / Minnesota Twins on SI / July 24
Twins to use Steven Okert as opener against Phillies; David Festa to follow?
The rubber game between the Twins and Phillies starts at 12:10 p.m. CT Wednesday and Minnesota will be going with an opener rather than a starting pitcher for the first time this season.
MLB News / Bleacher Nation / July 24
Phillies vs. Twins Probable Starting Pitchers – July 24
The Minnesota Twins (55-45) play on Wednesday in Minneapolis against the Philadelphia Phillies (64-37). First pitch is at 1:10 PM ET. The probable starters are Aaron Nola (11-4) for the Phillies and Steven Okert (3-1) for the Twins.
Minnesota Twins News / Twins Daily / June 5
Can the Twins Continue to Rely on Steven Okert as Their Best Lefty Reliever?
Steven Okert has been one of the most heavily-used relievers out of the Twins bullpen this year. He's also been their most dependable lefty. Can he keep up the pace, as the Twins enter the beginning of summer?
Minnesota Twins News / Twins Daily / May 26
Steven Okert Makes History as First Tipping Pitcher: An Interview with Bullpen Cart Driver Keith Morrisroe
A look behind the scenes at an unexpected delight during the Nationals Series, as a Twins relief pitcher makes an odd and wondrous gesture.
Minnesota Twins News / Twins Daily / February 12, 2024
Why Swapping Nick Gordon for Steven Okert Made Sense on Both Sides
Though it was a small trade, Sunday brought the latest maneuver in the Twins' effort to secure their status as AL Central favorites, and it represented a good match between teams facing roster fit questions.
Minnesota Twins News / Minnesota Twins on SI / February 11, 2024
FanGraphs projects Twins to have second-best bullpen in baseball
Building one of the best bullpens in baseball appears to be the Twins’ offseason strategy, and so far, it looks like it’s working, at least on paper. The Twins further bolstered their bullpen on Sunday by reportedly acquiring left-handed reliever Steven Okert from the Miami Marlins in exchange for utility man Nick Gordon.
MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 11, 2024
Marlins acquire former No. 5 overall pick from Twins
The Marlins have acquired a former No. 5 overall pick in a move with the Twins.
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