Caleb Ferguson: An Astros' Ace in the Making
Early Life and Career
Caleb Paul Ferguson, born on July 2, 1996, is an American professional baseball pitcher currently playing for the Houston Astros of Major League Baseball (MLB). Hailing from Columbus, Georgia, Ferguson was drafted by the Los Angeles Dodgers in the eighth round of the 2014 MLB Draft. He made his MLB debut with the Dodgers in 2018.
Yankees Acquisition and Trade
In 2023, the New York Yankees acquired Ferguson from the Dodgers as part of a trade package. He played for the Yankees for a portion of the 2023 season, establishing himself as a reliable left-handed reliever out of the bullpen.
Astros Addition
On January 20, 2024, the New York Yankees traded Caleb Ferguson to the Houston Astros in exchange for international bonus pool money. Ferguson joins a talented Astros pitching staff that boasts Justin Verlander, Lance McCullers Jr., and Framber Valdez.
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