"Cosgrove has pitched in the majors in each of the past three seasons. The majority of his experience came in his rookie year with the Padres. He tallied 51 1/3 innings of 1.75 ERA ball in 2023. His underlying numbers weren't nearly as impressive, and Cosgrove hasn't gotten much of an MLB look in the past two seasons. He was blitzed for 19 runs across 14 2/3 innings in '24. The Padres designated him for assignment and sold his contract to the Cubs last April."
"The 29-year-old only made two appearances in a Cubs uniform. He worked four innings of one-run ball with three strikeouts and a walk. Chicago ran him through waivers in early September. Cosgrove finished the season with a 4.53 ERA across 49 2/3 Triple-A frames. He punched out a quarter of opponents but walked almost 13% of batters faced. He elected minor league free agency at year's end."
Tom Cosgrove agreed to a minor‑league deal with the Houston Astros that includes a non‑roster spring training invite and a $900,000 salary if he reaches the major‑league roster. Cosgrove has appeared in the majors over the past three seasons, highlighted by 51 1/3 innings and a 1.75 ERA in 2023 despite weaker underlying metrics. He struggled in 2024, allowing 19 runs in 14 2/3 innings, was designated for assignment by San Diego, and had his contract sold to the Cubs. He made two appearances with Chicago, posted a 4.53 ERA across 49 2/3 Triple‑A innings, struck out roughly 25% of batters and walked nearly 13%, then elected minor‑league free agency. Houston's left‑hand relief mix improved last year, limiting Cosgrove's likely path to an Opening Day roster unless injuries occur, but adding a southpaw to camp provides roster depth.
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