Recapping Astros offseason before lockout

Here is a recap of the Astros offseason before the lockout began
Verlander
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Since Major League Baseball's lockout was lifted on Thursday night, the Astros have announced the re-signing of Justin Verlander and the signing of Verlander's old Tigers teammate Niko Goodrum, but here is a refresher of what they did before the lockout.

November 5: Signed manager Dusty Baker to a one-year contract

November 19: Pitcher Kent Emanuel was claimed off waivers by Philadelphia Phillies

November 19: Traded catcher Garrett Stubbs to Philadelphia Phillies for outfielder Logan Cerny

November 30: Pitcher Kendall Graveman signed with Chicago White Sox

November 30: Pitcher Brooks Raley signed with Tampa Bay Rays

December 1: Pitcher Yimi Garcia signed with Toronto Blue Jays

December 1: Signed pitcher Hector Neris

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