The Chicago Cubs pull off a blockbuster trade with the Houston Astros, with outfielder Kyle Tucker poised to join the North Siders. According to The Athletic’s Ken Rosenthal, the Cubs will send a package led by infielder Isaac Paredes, along with right-hander Hayden Wesneski and third base prospect Cam Smith, to the Astros in exchange for Tucker. The deal was first reported to … [Read more...] about Astros Deal Fan Favorite to Cubs in Stunner
Potential Blockbuster Deal Brewing Between Astros and Cubs
It seems like the Houston Astros are exploring their options for trading right fielder Kyle Tucker. According to Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic, the Astros are targeting Chicago Cubs outfielder Seiya Suzuki and corner infielder Isaac Paredes in a possible trade. This move is likely motivated by Tucker’s contract situation, as he’s entering the final year of his arbitration. The … [Read more...] about Potential Blockbuster Deal Brewing Between Astros and Cubs
Astros Offer Star Third Baseman Six-Year, $156 Million Contract
The Houston Astros have offered third baseman Alex Bregman a six-year, $156 million contract, reports MLB.com. The offer could be the largest contract in franchise history, surpassing José Altuve‘s $151 million extension in 2018. Bregman and agent Scott Boras are said to be seeking a deal north of $200 million. Six years and $156 million is $5 million more than the $151 … [Read more...] about Astros Offer Star Third Baseman Six-Year, $156 Million Contract
Astros Five-Time Gold Glover a Free Agent Worthy of Targeting
Although less talked about than other names, Houston Astros outfielder Jason Heyward is now a free agent that a team could benefit from snagging this offseason. Heyward was an All-Star in 2010, won a World Series in 2016 with the Chicago Cubs, and won the Wilson Defensive Player of the Year Award in 2014 for the NL when he was with the Atlanta Braves. Heyward played 63 games … [Read more...] about Astros Five-Time Gold Glover a Free Agent Worthy of Targeting
Astros Future Hall Of Famer Seeking Revival Through Free Agency
Houston Astros veteran Justin Verlander is looking to revamp 2024 and it could be on a new team as a free agent. Free agency for Verlander could point to a contending team considering his age (41). But free agency for him is more about improving his 2024 season which was impacted by injuries. A 5-6 record with a 5.48 ERA and 74 strikeouts across 90 innings pitched. Verlander … [Read more...] about Astros Future Hall Of Famer Seeking Revival Through Free Agency