Steven Okert has shown versatility, holding both righties and lefties to low OPS figures, reinforcing the effectiveness of the Astros' bullpen.

Okert's late-game throwing error was critical, allowing Cleveland to score the decisive run. His struggles in high-leverage situations continue to be a concern for the Astros.

Steven Okert has established himself as a key reliever for the Astros, achieving a 1.90 ERA and a 36% whiff rate, marking a significant improvement from previous seasons. His focused pitch selection of fastballs and sliders has led to impressive outcomes, including a career-high whiff rate on both pitches. His control has been exceptional, with only three walks across 232⁄3 innings.

Steven Okert is striving for a spot in the Astros' bullpen, focusing on his slider as a primary strength. He has had a high slider usage rate and is working to integrate a cutter for better performance against right-handed hitters.

Steven Okert, a 33-year-old left-handed reliever, has a career ERA of 3.92 over 272 major-league appearances. He is among the non-roster invitees to the Astros' spring training camp, where he will compete for a spot in the bullpen.