How Astros can navigate 2 of their biggest good-problems of the season
GOOD PROBLEMS, STILL PROBLEMS
18 May 2023
The Houston Astros are coming off a sweep of the Chicago Cubs and Jose Altuve could be joining the team as soon as this Friday.
Once Altuve is ready to return, what should the Astros do with Mauricio Dubon, who currently leads the team in hits, doubles, and runs scored? Should the team use Altuve as a DH and leave Dubon at second base?
Or should Dubon play a utility role for Houston and bounce between the outfield, infield, and DH any given day?
Plus, we discuss if the outfield depth is strong enough moving forward if Michael Brantley's shoulder inflammation continues to be a problem in the long-term.
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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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