Former Houston Astros closer Ryan Pressly found himself in trade rumors for a couple of weeks before finally being proposed two options. The former All-Star had two possibilities that the Houston Astros were willing to accept. He could go to the Chicago Cubs or the Detroit Tigers. He chose to go to the Cubs.

By helping the Astros unload the contract, the Tigers might have hurt their own chances to sign third baseman Alex Bregman, the top free-agent hitter still on the market. The Pressly trade has only fueled speculation that the Astros are positioning their payroll for a last-ditch effort to retain their fan-favorite star.

Houston Astros relief pitcher Ryan Pressly walks back onto the mound after throwing a wild pitch that allowed Detroit Tigers’ Kerry Carpenter to score in the eighth inning of Game 2 of an AL Wild Card Series baseball game, Oct. 2, 2024, in Houston.

Astros reliever Ryan Pressly isn't likely to waive his no-trade clause for a team too far east or west of Texas. Read more at MLB Trade Rumors.

According to Bob Nightengale of USA Today, the Boston Red Sox and Detroit Tigers are seen as 'co-favorites' for All-Star third baseman Alex Bregman. Nightengale

By offloading reliever Ryan Pressly, the Astros have reopened to door for a Alex Bregman reunion. Where does this leave the Tigers?

Tigers executive Scott Harris revealed whether his team was done with its offseason moves after signing Tommy Kahnle.

The Chicago Cubs have acquired right-hander Ryan Pressly and cash from the Houston Astros for minor league pitcher Juan Bello.

Alex Bregman remains on the free agent market. The Cubs have money to spend but also top prospect Matt Shaw to play third base. Can they succeed with both of them?

It has become clear that the Mets and Astros aren’t budging from their offers, so it’s now decision time for Pete Alonso and Alex Bregman.

After months of negotiations and decisions, the Houston Astros have a real chance to come out on top of the Alex Bregman sweepstakes.