Jan 26, 2025 · The Astros sent Pressly to the Cubs along with $5.5 million, according to a source, in exchange for Minor League right-hander Juan Bello. The money will cover some of the $14 million Pressly – who waived a no-trade clause – is set to make this season in his final year before hitting free agency and allows the Astros to trim $8.5 …

1 day ago · The Astros have a thin outfield following the Kyle Tucker trade. Defensive stalwart Jake Meyers is ticketed for regular run in center field. Chas McCormick will get the bulk of the playing time in ...

Jan 28, 2025 · Festa, 31, was acquired in a trade with Texas on Jan. 9. Vázquez, 25, made his major league debut in May. The Pressly move is the second major offseason deal between Chicago and Houston. The Cubs added All-Star outfielder Kyle Tucker in a multiplayer trade with the Astros in December.

1 day ago · If Bregman is truly gone, the Astros will need to find a way to replace him. With José Altuve likely moving to left field regardless, the Astros could target a quality infielder through trade.

Jan 26, 2025 · Jan. 28: The Astros have formally announced the trade. Jan. 26: After a few days of speculation, Ryan Pressly has agreed to waive his 10-and-5 no-trade protection to okay a deal that will send the ...

Jan 26, 2025 · The Chicago Cubs and Houston Astros have agreed on a trade that will send two-time All-Star reliever Ryan Pressly and a reported $5.5 million in cash to Chicago in exchange for right-handed ...

Jan 7, 2025 · After last month’s Kyle Tucker trade, the outfield is the biggest question for the Astros. Jake Meyers and Chas McCormick are lined up to start in center and right field, respectively.

Jan 26, 2025 · The Astros shopped Pressly throughout the winter to lower payroll. Before the proposed trade, Houston sat around $3 million over the first luxury tax threshold, according to Cot’s Contracts.

Jul 29, 2024 · The Astros sent Bloss, their No. 9 prospect, rookie outfielder Joey Loperfido and Minor League infielder Will Wagner, their No. 13 prospect, to the Blue Jays in exchange for the 33-year-old Kikuchi.

Dec 13, 2024 · The Astros and the Cubs agreed to a deal sending three-time All-Star Kyle Tucker to the North Side of Chicago for third baseman Isaac Paredes, right-hander Hayden Wesneski, and third-base...