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Royals Acquire RHP Nate Pearson From Astros

The move gives Kansas City low-cost bullpen depth as Houston clears a 40-man roster spot for trade-deadline maneuvering.

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Jul 8, 2026; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Houston Astros pitcher Nate Pearson (55) prepares to throw a pitch against the Washington Nationals during the seventh inning at Nationals Park. Mandatory Credit: Rafael Suanes-Imagn Images
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Overview

  • The Royals confirmed on Wednesday, July 22, 2026, that they acquired right-hander Nate Pearson from the Houston Astros in exchange for minor-league righty Max Martin.
  • Pearson had been designated for assignment by Houston days earlier and made 16 appearances for the Astros this season, recording a 3.60 ERA in 20 innings.
  • Sources differ on Pearson’s 2026 win–loss entry with Houston, as some outlets list him 1-0 and others 0-1, but the ERA and appearance totals are consistent across reports.
  • Max Martin is a 22-year-old Royals pitching prospect who has posted a low-2.01 ERA in Class A this season and now joins the Astros' system.
  • The trade gives Kansas City short-term bullpen help with one year of team control on Pearson and frees roster space for Houston as the club positions itself ahead of the August 3 trade deadline.