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I wonder how many extra pieces are involved for such a deal. Berkman profiles as a prototypical Safeco hitter. Switch-hitter with better results lefty (.988 OPS last three years) than righty (.773) and fangraphs has him ~average defensively at 1B (-2.0, +6.7, -5.2 UZR/150 in 2007-2009).
Add to the pot that he's 34, and Houston will want to maximize his value if at all possible, their team isn't expected to dominate this year, and both he and Oswalt's contracts are short-ish, you might see one or both of them moved this season.
Personally, would love to see a blockbuster involving both which cost many/most of our top-end specs. It's a near-term deal in all likelihood, but the fits are pretty amazing for our club considering team position and player career arcs.