Former Astros All-Star Pitcher Joins Broadcast Team

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Ryan Pressly, a former All-Star relief pitcher who won a World Series with the Houston Astros, is returning to the team but not as a player. Pressly has been hired by the Astros to serve as a pregame and postgame analyst on their regional sports network, Space City Home Network.

Why it matters

Pressly was a key part of the Astros' bullpen during their 2022 World Series championship run, and his familiarity with the team and players should provide valuable insight for Astros fans. His transition to the broadcast booth also represents a new chapter in his baseball career after retiring as a player earlier this year.

The details

Pressly, who was drafted by the Boston Red Sox and made his MLB debut with the Minnesota Twins, had his best years with the Astros. He recorded a 2.81 ERA and 1.027 WHIP in seven seasons with the team, and was a two-time All-Star. Pressly previously accepted a player development role with the Twins, but will now focus on his new broadcasting duties with the Astros.

• Pressly will begin his new role ahead of the Astros' spring training game against the New York Mets on March 14, 2026.
• Pressly retired from playing in January 2026 after last playing for the Chicago Cubs.

What’s next

Pressly will make his debut as a pregame and postgame analyst for the Astros on Space City Home Network ahead of the team's spring training game against the New York Mets on March 14, 2026.