Wood Named GM of Astros

Bill Wood became general manager of the Houston Astros at the winter meetings Monday, highlighting a day otherwise dominated by minor free agents.

Wood’s appointment ended a two-month vacancy at the position. Meanwhile, two free agents joined new clubs: outfielder Bob Dernier to Philadelphia and pitcher Don Schulze to Minnesota.

In addition, left-hander Bob McClure re-signed with Montreal, catcher Chris Bando rejoined Cleveland, reliever Gene Garber returned to Kansas City and outfielder Larry Herndon re-signed with Detroit.