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Astros Trade McCullers for Flexibility | Milwaukee Brewers News
Houston Astros pull off a savvy trade, sending injured pitcher Lance McCullers Jr. to the Milwaukee Brewers for a minor league outfielder and $2.5M of his remaining salary, freeing up cash as the deadline looms. With a 47-51 record, they’re just 3 games behind AL West leaders Texas and still within striking distance of the Wild Card spots. McCullers, sidelined since May 13 with an ERA of 6.86, was a low-risk asset for Milwaukee, who’s surging in the NL. The Astros now have more flexibility to reshape their roster for a potential deep playoff run. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli…
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