Happy Birthday - 10/14

RHP Alberto Arias (28)
The oft-injured Arias hasn't pitched for Houston since 2009 when he went 2-1 with a 3.35 ERA in 42 appearances over 45.2 innings.  From the Dominican Republic, he was originally signed as a NDFA by Colorado and was picked up by Houston in 2008 as a waiver claim.

OF Jarrod McKinney (22)
Originally from Texas, Jarrod was drafted in the 31st round in 2011 out of the University of Arkansas at Fayetteville.  In 35 games with the GCL Astros, he hit only .182, but he did manage to hit .263 in 16 away games.

Former Astros with birthdays today:

SS,3B Kiko Garcia (58)
Played for Houston in 1981 and 1982

C Carl Nichols (49)
Played for Houston in 1989 to 1991

IF Dave Hajek (44)
Played in 13 games for Houston in 1995 and 1996