Here’s why Astros rehab procedures now under the microscope
SLOW YOUR ROLL
12 May 2023
The Athletic's Chandler Rome wrote a piece this week highlighting how the Astros and their training staff have encountered issues with players returning from injuries which dates back to last season. Jake Meyers was brought back too soon from a shoulder injury, and then GM James Click said the team needed to review their return to play procedures.
With Jose Altuve set to begin his minor league rehab with the Sugar Land Space Cowboys on Friday, we discuss why the Astros should take their time and not bring Altuve back too soon after Michael Brantley and Chas McCormick both suffered setbacks this week.
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Examining all the reasons to believe the Rockets aced the offseason
Jul 2, 2025, 4:31 pm
The Houston Rockets are reshaping their roster in real time — and we’re breaking it all down. In just 24 hours, the team has added Dorian Finney-Smith and Clint Capela, moves that mark a clear shift in direction under Ime Udoka. With Finney-Smith in, Dillon Brooks is out — but is this a swap that actually makes Houston better?
In this episode, we dive deep into what these signings mean for the Rockets’ identity and future. Is Finney-Smith a cleaner fit in Udoka’s system than Brooks ever was? Are these aggressive contracts smart bets or future burdens? And what does all this say about the organization’s faith in its young core — from Amen Thompson to Alperen Sengun?
We also look ahead. Is this offseason already a win, or are more moves — like a Kevin Durant extension or Cam Whitmore trade — still on the table? Let’s talk about where the Rockets stand now, and where they could be headed next.
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