From DFA to Clutch Hero | Houston Astros News

After getting DFA’d twice in August, Nelson Velázquez bounced back with a jaw-dropping home run for the Astros — just 11 days after they let him go. Stepping up with two outs and runners on third, he crushed a fastball over the fence in his first at-bat with the team, sparking cheers from teammates and fans alike. Despite a shaky start that included a costly misplay, Velázquez showed grit, embracing his bench role and staying ready whenever called upon. His clutch moment is a powerful reminder: resilience turns setbacks into comebacks — and sometimes, the biggest plays come when you least expect them. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/297e529c98e8ccc7