The Houston Astros traded cash considerations to the Cincinnati Reds in exchange for right-handed relief pitcher Joel Kuhnel on Saturday.
The Astros transferred fellow right-hander Lance McCullers Jr. to the 60-day injured list to make room on the roster. Kuhnel was optioned to Triple-A Sugar Land.
Kuhnel, 28, has appeared in 69 games over four seasons (2019-20, 2022-23) with the Reds. This season, he is 0-0 with an 8.10 ERA in two appearances, making most of his appearances with Triple-A Louisville.
For his career, Kuhnel has posted a 6.20 ERA over 74 innings with 68 strikeouts and a 4-3 record.
–Field Level Media
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