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Astros Claim Rylan Bannon From Cubs

By Darragh McDonald | December 2, 2022 at 5:39pm CDT

The Astros announced they have claimed infielder Rylan Bannon off waivers from the Cubs.

Bannon, 27 in April, was drafted by the Dodgers but went to the Orioles in the 2018 trade that sent Manny Machado to the Dodgers. He stuck with the O’s until August of 2022 but has gone on a whirlwind adventure through the waiver wire since then. He has been claimed by the Dodgers, Braves, Cubs and now Astros in the past few months.

He has just five major league games under his belt so far but he fared well in the minors this year, which is surely what’s causing all of these waiver claims. In 99 Triple-A games this year, he walked in 14.4% of his plate appearances and produced a batting line of .249/.367/.421.

Bannon played both second and third base this year and still has one option year remaining, making him an attractive depth piece. The Astros recently saw utility player Aledmys Díaz hit free agency, perhaps spurring their interest in bolster their bench/depth infield options.

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28 Comments

  1. User 3594734386

    3 years ago

    Not surprised the Stros are kicking the tires with RB. Had a cup of coffee in Baltimore early in 22. Got caught up in the prospect numbers game here. Comes across as AAAA talent that may or may not graduate to the show.

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    • Surly_03

      3 years ago

      77 RBI in 342 AB at AAA in 2022.

      AAA stop NOR – .229, .347, .407

      AAA stop GWN – .328, .447, .478

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      • Surly_03

        3 years ago

        w RISP – .298, .416, .556 – .972 OPS

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  2. chrismilwaukee

    3 years ago

    That was quick

    3
    Reply
  3. Buzz Killington

    3 years ago

    Steve’s better.

    2
    Reply
    • Armaments216

      3 years ago

      He’s his spouse?

      1
      Reply
      • Buzz Killington

        3 years ago

        Yes. His husband is much better looking.

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    • Ogie Oglethorpe

      3 years ago

      Steve Bannon? The “Unincredible Bulk”!

      1
      Reply
  4. User 3595123227

    3 years ago

    Lol trash can diving Astros!

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    • steven st croix

      3 years ago

      A trash can with 2 rings. Enjoy your night.

      13
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      • User 3595123227

        3 years ago

        OWWWWWWW YOU GOT ME GOOD WITH THAT ONE! OUCH!!! MAY NEVER FULLY RECOVER…..MY NIGHT IS RUINED!

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        • goastros123

          3 years ago

          At least you admit it. We’re here for you.

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        • User 3595123227

          3 years ago

          Thank you Goatastros. That guy really socked it to me……I’m in bad shape. My night is ruined.

          1
          Reply
        • goastros123

          3 years ago

          Need a hug?

          2
          Reply
        • User 3595123227

          3 years ago

          No thanks I’m not like that. I’ll just pick myself up off the floor dust myself off and somehow try getting on with life.

          1
          Reply
        • Unclenolanrules

          3 years ago

          Totally not a psychopath huh dude.

          1
          Reply
      • Buzz Killington

        3 years ago

        Jim Crane blew manfred to keep *2017.

        1
        Reply
        • stroh

          3 years ago

          And Ervin Johnson blew Manfred to keep *2020

          2
          Reply
  5. MLB Top 100 Commenter

    3 years ago

    Cubs won’t need him if they sign a Big 4 shortstop to pair with Nico in the middle infield.

    1
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    • Sheep8

      3 years ago

      In the end, nobody needs this guy as he will go through waivers probably 2 more
      Times this off season…but he is, and will be on a 40 man roster and none of us will be

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  6. CKinSTL

    3 years ago

    Is this his 5th organization already this offseason?.. yeesh. I hope he hasn’t put too much effort into shopping for apartments.

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    • User 3594734386

      3 years ago

      Life at the AAAA level.

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      • EasternLeagueVeteran

        3 years ago

        He’s the reincarnation of Jeff McKnight with a bit more power.

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    • User 3594734386

      3 years ago

      RB was part of that infamous Machado trade between Baltimore and LA in 2018. Previous Oriole GM Dan Duquette unfairly got a bad rap for it.

      Even before 2017, Machado’s camp made it clear he was moving on. In 2017, the O’s collapsed. Orioles nation knew it was rebuild time including the Front Office and Field Office. Let the trading begin! Quite the local talk show topic in 2017.

      Owner Peter Angelos knew it to. But Peter pressed on in to 2018 with current team make up. (Plus a desperate SP Cobb signing in late spring 2018.) Why? Old and in failing health, he didn’t have time for a rebuild. If I was in his situation, I would’ve done the same thing. Can’t blame him.

      Some good baseball minds got beat up over this. And not just Dan, but Buck too. Both company men, they took the high road and granted their bosses wishes. Classy.

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  7. Dunk Dunkington

    3 years ago

    Nooooooo!!!!!

    Maybe the Cubs will catch him next week once the Astros try to clear Bannon through waivers.

    Reply
  8. Mr_KLC

    3 years ago

    They might actually keep him. The Astros only had 36 players on their 40 man roster.

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  9. stroh

    3 years ago

    Spring training invite/ AAA depth. You really have to wonder what 5 teams have seen in this guy to keep picking him up. Will wait to see him play in spring training with the Stros if he lasts that long. His AAA hitting stats don’t look too enticing. Gotta be the glove.

    Reply
  10. Unclemike1525

    3 years ago

    I said it before, And I’ll say it again. Who?

    Reply

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