COMING SOON
Here's why Astros rookie phenom's arrival just became imminent
Astros prospect Drew Gilbert is performing well for the Corpus Christi Hooks and Astros GM Dana Brown believes that if Gilbert continues to improve, he has an opportunity to be in the big leagues soon.
“When you take a college player from the SEC, that’s where most of the Major League players come from in the college ranks,” said Brown. “If he’s on top of his game, he’s got a chance to be in the big leagues quick.”
That doesn't necessarily mean he's ready to play for the Astros, but reaching Triple-A this season doesn't feel like a stretch.
But what about the big league roster? Is there any chance Gilbert could be a September callup for the club?
ESPN Houston's Joel Blank doesn't think it's out of the question, especially with Michael Brantley's recent setback and the team's reluctance to pick one center fielder to start every day.
Plus, the guys discuss how an injury or a trade for starting pitching could create a path for Gilbert to play with the big league club sooner rather than later.
Watch the video above to see the full conversation!
Listen to The Killer B's with Joel Blank and Jeremy Branham weekdays from Noon-3 PM on ESPN 97.5 and 92.5 FM.
