Ryan Pressly's relationship with Dana Brown 'fractured,' the Houston Astros' GM said, when a prominent free agent signing forced Pressly into a new role.

The Houston Astros and Chicago Cubs finally came to an agreement on a trade to send two-time All-Star closer Ryan Pressly to the latter of the two teams. This deal came with the understanding that he would ultimately have to waive his no-trade clause for it to happen,

The Ryan Pressly trade moves the Astros under the threshold for the competitive balance tax and possibly in position for another deal.

Former Seattle Mariners reliever Matt Festa has been designated for assignment by the Chicago Cubs, according to the team. The Cubs needed the roster spot in or

The Chicago Cubs finally made a big-time addition to their bullpen, acquiring Ryan Pressly and cash considerations from the Houston Astros on Sunday.

The Houston Astros have acquired minor league prospect RHP Juan Bello from the Chicago Cubs in exchange for RHP Ryan Pressly and cash considerations. The announcement was made by Astros General Manager Dana Brown.

Months later, Bregman remains unsigned, and a resolution with his free agency does not appear any closer. Among the teams that have been linked to Bregman in reports include the Chicago Cubs, Boston Red Sox and Detroit Tigers. But the reality is that none of the teams listed are close to signing the All-Star infielder.

The Astros have formally announced the trade. Pressly has been considered a trade candidate for much of the offseason, and probably even as far back as August, when he hit the minimum number of appearances to trigger the vesting option in his contract.

The Houston Astros traded right-handed pitcher Ryan Pressly to the Chicago Cubs in exchange for minor league prospect RHP Juan Bello.

The Chicago Cubs have already added two former Houston Astros stars this offseason via trade. They traded for Kyle Tucker and Ryan Pressly. Could they find another ex-Astro in free agency?

Ryan Pressly will suit up for the Chicago Cubs this year after spending seven seasons with the Houston Astros. Per The Athletic's Chandler Rome,