The Astros on Wednesday acquired right-handed pitching prospect Matthew Linskey from the Diamondbacks in exchange for infielder Grae Kessinger. Linskey, 22, appeared in 22 games across three levels in the Diamondbacks' Minor League system in 2024,

Tuesday's trade of infielder Grae Kessinger will bring pitching prospect Matthew Linskey to his hometown organization.

The Diamondbacks acquired infielder Grae Kessinger from the Astros in exchange for minor league right-hander Matthew Linskey.

The Houston Astros acquired pitching prospect Matthew Linskey in a trade for infielder Grae Kessinger, who was recently designated for assignment, a person with knowledge of the deal said Wednesday. Houston designated Kessinger for assignment Dec.

The 27-year-old infielder is the grandson of Don Kessinger who won two Gold Glove Awards for the Cubs. PHOENIX — The Diamondbacks have added infielder Grae Kessinger following a trade with the Astros that sent pitcher Matthew Linskey to Houston.

The Houston Astros have acquired minor league prospect RHP Matthew Linskey from the Arizona Diamondbacks in exchange for IF Grae Kessinger. The announcement was made by Astros General Manager Dana Brown.

After winning two championships in eight years, the Houston Astros are focused on staying competitive in the present while also building for the future. The Arizona Diamondbacks are hungry to get over the hump and are aggressively stockpiling their roster with notable talent.