Astros, Kessinger and D-backs

Astros trade infielder Grae Kessinger to Diamondbacks
The Diamondbacks acquired infielder Grae Kessinger from the Astros in exchange for minor league right-hander Matthew Linskey.
Grandson of Cubs All Star joins Diamondbacks. D-Backs trade pitcher Linskey for infielder Kessinger.
PHOENIX — The Diamondbacks have added infielder Grae Kessinger following a trade with the Astros that sent pitcher Matthew Linskey to Houston. Kessinger, 27, has played shortstop, third base and second base. In 2024 Kessinger appeared in 22 games for the Astros, primarily as a pinch runner or defensive replacement.
D-backs acquire infielder Kessinger in trade with Astros
The D-backs on Wednesday acquired infielder Grae Kessinger from the Astros in exchange for right-handed pitching prospect Matthew Linskey. Kessinger, 27, was originally a second-round pick by the Astros in the 2019 Draft.
Astros acquire Humble native in trade with Diamondbacks
Tuesday's trade of infielder Grae Kessinger will bring pitching prospect Matthew Linskey to his hometown organization.
Diamondbacks acquire utility Grae Kessinger from Astros
The Diamondbacks reportedly acquired infielder Grae Kessinger from the Houston Astros in exchange for pitching prospect Matthew Linskey.
D-backs Acquire INF Grae Kessinger From Astros
The Arizona Diamondbacks acquired INF Grae Kessinger from the Houston Astros for RHP Matthew Linskey. The D-backs’ 40-man roster is at 38. INF Grae Kessinger│27 years old│R/R│6-1, 204│MLB Bio** - Over his professional career between the Minors and Majors,
Astros trade INF Grae Kessinger to Diamondbacks
The Arizona Diamondbacks acquired infielder Grae Kessinger from the Houston Astros on Wednesday.The Astros received minor league right-hander Matthew Linskey in exchange.Kessinger, 27, batted .1
Astros' Matthew Linskey: Sent to Houston
He struggled upon reaching High-A toward the end of the season, giving up six earned runs in just 6.1 frames, but he'll likely report to High-A Asheville to begin his tenure with the Astros' organization and look to continue rising up the minor-league system.
Astros Acquire RHP Matthew Linskey from Diamondbacks
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.
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Astros trade IF Grae Kessinger to D-Backs for local prospect
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Astros, Diamondbacks grab attention with sneaky trade
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