Roddery Munoz

The Houston Astros have selected right-handed prospect Roddery Munoz from the Cincinnati Reds in the Rule 5 Draft.

Fantasy Impact

Munoz has nine games of big-league experience under his belt, all with the Cardinals last season. The 25-year-old posted a rough 8.18 ERA in that time but worked to a 3.28 ERA in 38 outings with Triple-A Memphis.

The Reds re-signed RHP Roddery Muñoz to a minor league contract with an invitation to spring training.

Fantasy Impact

Munoz landed with the Reds off waivers last season. He will continue to add relief depth in their organization.

The Cincinnati Reds claimed 25-year-old pitcher Roddery Munoz off waivers from the St. Louis Cardinals on Thursday. Munoz gave up 10 earned runs in 11 innings of work with the Cardinals in 2025.

Fantasy Impact

Munoz, who has no minor-league options remaining, must make the Reds' Opening Day roster to keep his 40-man roster spot. While his major league numbers were poor, he posted a 3.28 ERA and 1.33 WHIP through 57.2 frames at Triple-A Memphis last season. The Reds will bring him in to add depth to their pitching staff.

The St. Louis Cardinals optioned Roddery Munoz to Triple-A Memphis on Sunday.

Fantasy Impact

Munoz has struggled in the big leagues this season, posting an 8.18 ERA and 1.64 WHIP across 11 innings and giving up four earned runs across 4.1 innings in August. In a corresponding move, Anthony Veneziano was recalled from Triple-A.

The Cardinals recalled RHP Roddery Muñoz from Triple-A Memphis.

Fantasy Impact

Munoz is set to re-join the Cardinals bullpen. He'll hold a middle relief role.