Houston Astros Reportedly Trade Former UNC Star Colin Moran to Pittsburgh Pirates Posted Jan 13, 2018 Former UNC third baseman Colin Moran was traded from the Houston Astros to the Pittsburgh Pirates on Saturday as part of a four-player package for starting pitcher Gerrit Cole–which could turn into more by the time the deal is finalized. Moran is the centerpiece of the trade from Houston’s side–as he finished last season ranked as the organization’s No. 5 prospect. (Chapelboro.com)