Max Martin Traded to Astros in Nate Pearson Deal

Righthanded pitching prospect Max Martin has been traded by the Kansas City Royals to the Houston Astros as part of a deal for reliever Nate Pearson. The 22-year-old has been a standout in the Royals' system, recording a 6-2 record and a 2.01 ERA in 26 relief appearances across two levels of Class A ball this season.