After Kendall Graveman's injury was disclosed this week, several reports have surfaced about the Astros seeking help for their depleted bullpen.

First, the Astros were reported to have interest in a reunion with free agent pitcher Hector Neris. Neris is rumored to be seeking a three-year deal for around $50 million. Considering the Astros history with free agents, reports about signing Neris seem like nothing more than his agent using the 'Stros as leverage against another team. The Yankees and Rangers are reported to have interest in Neris as well.

Things took a wild turn on Thursday, with reports claiming the Astros are pursuing the top closer on the market, Josh Hader.

I mean, if they were seriously considering a $50 million contract for Neris, why not go all-in by signing arguably the best closer in baseball? Here's one reason, he might cost $50 million MORE than Neris!

At 29 years old, Hader is significantly younger than Neris, but he's going to cost you. The Athletic's Chandler Rome is reporting that Hader is looking for a deal in the neighborhood of $100 million over 5 years. In reality, he should cost a lot more than Hector Neris. He would be the team's closer, while Neris would likely be the 7th inning guy once again. Hader had 33 saves last season, posting a 1.28 ERA.

While all this sounds exciting, isn't this the same team that is preparing for Alex Bregman and Kyle Tucker to walk over the next two seasons. It seems odd that the Astros are finally below the tax threshold, and now are considering a relief pitcher that will cost $100 million.

But, we can only go with what's being reported, and if the Astros want to make a serious run at a title in 2024, they have to upgrade the bullpen. How they do it, is yet to be seen.