Astros trade RHP Joel Kuhnel to Blue Jays

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The Houston Astros traded right-handed pitcher Joel Kuhnel to the Toronto Blue Jays on Saturday for cash considerations.

Kuhnel had been designated for assignment by Houston on Tuesday, a move that made room for center fielder Joey Loperfido on the 40-man roster.

In one relief appearance with the Astros this season, Kuhnel was rocked for four runs on four hits in two inning