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5 options the Astros must consider if Cole doesn't return

Joel Blank
Nov 8, 2019, 12:48 pm

With the likely departure of Gerrit Cole, the Astros may look to add another starting pitcher in free agency to take his place.

If history tells us anything, the Astros will target a pitcher that has traits similar to Charlie Morton and Gerrit Cole. Guys who throw hard with good breaking balls that pitching coach Brent Strom can develop.

ESPN 97.5's Joel Blank shares his thoughts on which pitcher the Astros should add in free agency to replace Cole. Point Blank is presented by Fitz Roofing.

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Here's an everybody-wins scenario for Houston Texans, Sean Payton

ESPN Houston's John Granato and Lance Zierlein share their thoughts on the Texans interest in trading a first round pick for former Saints HC Sean Payton.

Payton is on record saying a mid to late first round pick should be enough draft capital to acquire him from the Saints. With that in mind, should the Texans refuse to offer the No. 12 pick overall and offer next year's pick from the Cleveland Browns instead?

The Broncos hold the 28th overall pick and the Panthers hold the 9th overall pick. If the Panthers aren't willing to deal the 9th pick in the draft, should the Texans feel the same way about the 12 overall pick?

Check out the video above as the guys weigh in on this new idea!

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