Houston Astros trade pitcher Ryan Pressly to Chicago Cubs
HOUSTON - In an official move, the Houston Astros traded right-handed pitcher Ryan Pressly to the Chicago Cubs.
The Astros announced they acquired minor league prospect, right-handed pitcher Juan Bello in exchange for Pressly along with cash considerations.
WASHINGTON, DC - OCTOBER 27: Ryan Pressly #55 of the Houston Astros celebrates his teams 7-1 win over the Washington Nationals in Game Five of the 2019 World Series at Nationals Park on October 27, 2019 in Washington, DC. (Photo by Patrick Smith/Gett
Pressly leaving the Astros
The backstory:
Pressly previously waived his no-trade clause.
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He was traded to the Astros back in 2018. During his time with the team, he was a two-time All-Star and 2022 World Series Champion.
What's next:
Pressly will head to Chicago where he will play alongside his former Astros teammate, Kyle Tucker, who was also traded to the Cubs back in December.
The Source: In formation from this article was provided by the Houston Astros and former FOX 26 reports.