Steven Okert, a left-handed reliever, is vying for a spot in the Houston Astros' bullpen this spring, primarily leaning on his slider. Historically, he has thrown this pitch over 62% of the time, which is notably high, especially for a lefty. After a mixed performance with the Marlins and Twins, where his fastball and changeup struggled significantly, Okert has focused on refining his slider and integrating a cutter to enhance his effectiveness against right-handed hitters. With positive early results in Grapefruit League play, he aims to carve out a role amidst a crowded field of candidates.