August 30, 2008 Astros beat writer Krysten Oliphant reports that the team has signed veteran outfielder Darin Erstad and right-handed pitcher Brian Moehler to one-year extensions, according to MLB.com.
August 29, 2008 Darin Erstad has received a contract extension through the 2009 season, according to the AP. Erstad will make $1.75 million plus bonuses next season.
August 11, 2008 Darin Erstad is expected to handle the bulk of the starts in left field in place of the injured Carlos Lee, according to the Houston Chronicle. Ty Wigginton will also see some time in left.
July 18, 2008 Darin Erstad has claimed the starting job in center field from Michael Bourn, according to the Houston Chronicle. "We're just going to play Darin for the most part," Houston manager Cecil Cooper said.
July 10, 2008 A few contending teams have been looking into acquiring the services of Astros outfielder and first baseman Darin Erstad, according to MLB.com.
