Astros send RHP Forrest Whitley to the Rays
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Forrest Whitley never established himself as reliable part of the Houston Astros ' pitching staff. Houston's former top prospect will now look to become a Major League mainstay with a different franchise after a trade early Friday afternoon.
Former first-round pick, Forrest Whitley has been designated for assignment, the Houston Astros announced Sunday. Whitely, who has battled injuries this season, was try to stick with the team in the bullpen. He had appeared in five games with a 12.27 ERA.
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