Win, lose, or draw: weighing Houston Astros offseason moves, needs
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13 December 2022
The Houston Astros got off to a hot start in free agency by re-signing Rafael Montero and adding former White Sox slugger Jose Abreu to the mix at first base.
The Astros set their sights on upgrading catcher, but all the notable names have now been signed, with former Astros catcher Christian Vazquez agreeing to a deal with the Twins on Monday.
If the Astros are finished making moves in free agency, having not added a DH or catcher, will fans be disappointed with the offseason? And can we even make the argument that the club is better after losing Verlander?
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In this episode, we dive into what's really going on with the Houston Astros' offense this season. The bats have gone cold, the vibes feel off, and fans aren’t feeling the same confidence we’ve had in recent years.
We break down the Astros’ offensive struggles, including Jose Altuve’s slump, the concern around Yordan Alvarez landing on the IL, and the ongoing controversy with Ronel Blanco’s starts.
Even with Joe Espada promising an offensive explosion, the results just haven’t shown up.
Don't miss the video below as ESPN Houston's Jeremy Branham and Joel Blank weigh in.
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