Ryan Pressly, Cubs and The Astros

Former Houston Astros' closer Ryan Pressly thanks city for 'unforgettable years' after trade to Cubs
In ad in the Houston Chronicle, Ryan Pressly thanked the city's fans for giving him 'more than I could have ever hoped' as heads to Chicago.
Ryan Pressly Agreed To Be Traded From The Astros To the Cubs For A Price
In order to agree to be traded from the Astros to the Cubs, Ryan Pressly required a bonus equal to the tax difference between playing in Texas and Illinois.
Why Ryan Pressly chose the Cubs, even when it meant leaving 'home'
Kyle Tucker of the Houston Astros (left) congratulates pitcher Ryan Pressly after the Astros defeated the White Sox 6-1 to win Game 1 of the American League Division Series on Oct. 7, 2021, in Houston, Texas. Both are now Cubs.
Cubs’ Ryan Pressly details waiving no-trade clause: ‘It’s hard to leave your home’
Pressly has already spoken with Cubs manager Craig Counsell and Cubs president of baseball operations Jed Hoyer.
Ryan Pressly isn’t going to make Astros trade easy with Cubs decision looming
Reports that the Astros wanted to trade Pressly first started trickling out following their wild-card exit and a season where Houston handed the closing job to Josh Hader — their five-year, $95 million signing the previous offseason — and left Pressly to settle into a new role as their setup man.
Astros make Ryan Pressly request amid potential Cubs, Tigers trade
The Astros are looking to ship RHP Ryan Pressly to the Cubs or Tigers. They are waiting on Pressly's approval to do so.
Chicago Cubs DFA Veteran Pitcher After Ryan Pressly Trade Becomes Official
The Chicago Cubs pulled off their second blockbuster with the Houston Astros of the offseason when they acquired Ryan Pressly in a trade that had plenty of twis
Cubs Would Land $19 Million 201-Strikeout Pitcher in 3-Player Trade Concept
The Chicago Cubs have made impactful additions for 2025. They could use another starting pitcher. Is San Diego Padres hurler Michael King a realistic target?
Does Addition of Ryan Pressly Mark the End of the Cubs' Offseason Moves?
Baseball insider Keith Law discusses whether the Cubs are done making moves this offseason after trading for reliever Ryan Pressly.
Ryan Pressly says final season in Houston was 'tough' and is ready to be a closer again with Cubs
Ryan Pressly deemed it “probably one of the hardest decisions I’ve ever made” to waive his no-trade rights and accept a trade ...
Astros GM Dana Brown drops 'fractured' admission on Ryan Pressly relationship
Astros GM Dana Brown admitted his relationship with Ryan Pressly suffered over the last year before Houston traded him to the ...
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Houston Astros Says Relationship With Recently-Traded Star Was 'Fractured'
The Astros made some more hot stove fireworks last week when they made a second trade with the Cubs and sent two-time All-Star closer Ryan Pressly to Chicago in what was effectively a salary dump.
“He’s a solid dude”: Cubs pitcher Ryan Pressly praises Alex Bregman while revealing wanting him in 'Chicago'
Alex Bregman is in contract discussions with the Boston Red Sox but is also being pursued by other teams, including the ...
Ryan Pressly says demotion from closer role led to Astros' exit
Ryan Pressly is the most decorated playoff reliever in Houston Astros ' history, a former closer with 14 career postseason ...
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“It’s Unfortunate”: 2 x All-Star Ryan Pressly Shares Disappointment Over Surprising Houston Exit
Two-time All-Star and former Houston Astros star Ryan Pressly is now with the Chicago Cubs. The post “It’s Unfortunate”: 2 x ...
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Cubs acquire $4.5 million two-time World Series champion in trade with Dodgers
Chicago has reportedly acquired 37-year-old right-hander Ryan Brasier, a two-time World Series champion who had been with Los ...
Astros' top 4 bargain bin free agent targets
The Astros have traded away multiple players this offseason but should add in MLB free agency to improve before Spring ...