ST. LOUIS (AP) -The Houston Astros on Thursday added their second recently-released pitcher in two days, signing left-hander Ray King to a minor league contract.

The Astros signed right-hander Jorge Sosa, cut loose by the Mets, to a minor league deal on Wednesday. A third pitcher, right-hander Dave Borkowski, accepted a minor league assignment after clearing waivers.

All three pitchers will play for Triple-A Round Rock. King is due to report on Saturday and Borkowski on Sunday.

King, 34, was released by the Nationals on April 29 after allowing four earned runs in 6 1-3 innings over 12 appearances.

Borkowski was 0-2 with a 6.86 era. He was designated for assignment on Tuesday to make room for starter Wandy Rodriguez.Copyright © 2005 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. The information contained in the AP News report may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed without the prior written authority of The Associated Press.