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The Houston Astros are finalizing their deal to send 2019 and 2021 All-Star closer Ryan Pressly to the Chicago Cubs, per ESPN's Jeff Passan.

Ryan Pressly's wife Kat penned an emotional tribute to Houston after the Astros reliever was traded to the Cubs.

The Chicago Cubs and Houston Astros came together to strike their second significant trade this off-season.  Previously, star Kyle Tucker was acquired by the Cubs for the steep price of infielder Isaac Paredes,

Say what you want about Jose Altuve's involvement in the 2017 Houston Astros cheating scandal, but he certainly appears to be an awesome teammate. His willingne

The Astros acquired Bello from the Cubs on Sunday in exchange for Ryan Pressly and cash considerations, Ari Alexander of KPRC 2 Houston reports. Bello, 20, had a successful first stint in full-season ball in 2024,

Houston Astros pitchers Luis Garcia and Lance McCullers Jr. along with J.P. France and Cristian Javier are still making their way back from injuries.

Pressly will waive his no-trade clause to facilitate the move, and Houston will send money to help cover his $14 million salary, the sources said.

Astros just added Cam Smith to the mix, but players like Zach Dezenzo and Jacob Melton could have a more immediate impact.

The Astros' annual event to start the baseball season is at Daikin Park (the new name for Minute Maid) and will feature autograph sessions and more.

The Los Angeles Dodgers have been the topic of discussion because of their distinguished offseason. Perhaps the most vexing critic of the Dodgers’ success emerged on Sunday as a former Houston Astros executive slammed the L.A. organization for spending so much.