DEADLINE DEALS
Some controversial trade targets could be in consideration for Houston Astros
The Houston Astros are currently going through a rough patch and the team could use a boost to the offense with Yordan Alvarez out for the next several weeks.
According to reports, the Astros may be looking to add a left-handed bat to the lineup, and three names have been thrown out that the team may consider.
MLB Trade Deadline update: Source confirms Astros are looking at left-handed bats. In today’s @MLBNetwork segment, I identified one potential acquisition who just played against Houston. @MLBNetworkRadio pic.twitter.com/HYl5Ylo4l4
— Jon Morosi (@jonmorosi) June 16, 2023
Cubs OF Cody Bellinger, Nationals OF Corey Dickerson, and A's 1B/OF Seth Brown are some names that might make sense for Houston. Ideally, Michael Brantley could fill this role for the team, but he still hasn't returned from his shoulder injury and the team may be concerned that he won't make it back fully healthy.
Astros fans would definitely take issue with Houston hater Bellinger, but he's not the only player fans would scoff at. Former Yankees closer and current Royals reliever Aroldis Chapman could also been in play. The Royals will likely be sellers with a 20-53 record and Chapman currently has a 2.84 ERA.
Plus, the team could use some bullpen help, with Ryan Pressly not being as dominant this year, and Rafael Montero having a disastrous season to date.
So which player would Astros fans rather have if they had to pick one, Bellinger or Chapman?
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