Whitley didn’t make his MLB debut until 2024 when he made three appearances for Houston, and the Astros opted to finally move on after the righty posted a 12.27 ERA over 7 1/3 innings this season.

Forrest Whitley never established himself as reliable part of the Houston Astros' pitching staff. Houston's former top prospect will now look to become a Major League mainstay with a different ...

HOUSTON, TEXAS - APRIL 21: Forrest Whitley #55 of the Houston Astros pitches during the ninth inning against the Toronto Blue Jays at Daikin Park on April 21, 2025 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by ...

At one point in time, Whitley was deemed a "can't miss" prospect, sitting No. 1 in the Astros' pipeline for multiple consecutive years with the mantra of future ace attached to him.

Former top prospect Forrest Whitley opens up on ’embarrassing’ journey with Astros "It was just such a quick rise to such a steady fall. For me, mentally, that was really tough.

Whitley has elite swing-and-miss stuff, and he struck out 46 batters in 34.0 minor league innings last season. The Rays enter play on Friday at 36-32 and in third place in the American League East.

Whitley was recently one of the top prospects in baseball. Astros have designated RHP Forrest Whitley for assignment to make room for Brandon Walter. — Brian McTaggart (@brianmctaggart) June 8, 2025 ...

Whitley has thrown just 174 ⅔ innings since 2019. Lesser-touted prospects passed him within Houston’s organizational hierarchy, and his hold on a 40-man roster spot became more tenuous with ...

Forrest Whitley was once hailed as the crown jewel of the Houston Astros' farm system. As a former first-round pick, he was seen as the future ace of the Astros’ rotation, with all the potential ...

Forrest Whitley was drafted by the 'Stros in 2015 but has yet to make his debut. Hindered by a suspension and injuries, the 25-year-old, known for his elite pitching says he is ready.