How Astros player power rankings just took a surprising twist
WILD TURN OF EVENTS
13 June 2023
The Houston Astros are already a third of the way into the season, and one of the pleasant surprises has been the play of utility man Mauricio Dubon.
Dubon was a critical piece to the puzzle, with Jose Altuve missing a chunk of the season from a fractured thumb. Not only did he hold down second base in Altuve's absence, but he's continued to play well enough to deserve playing time even after Altuve's return.
Mauricio has made some terrific plays in the outfield and has the highest batting average on the team.
Another player that has shocked us this season is Jose Abreu. Abreu has shown some signs of life recently, but overall has been a big disappointment at this stage of the season.
Be sure to watch the video above as we discuss which players have been the most valuable so far this year, and what we should expect moving forward.
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With the MLB trade deadline just hours away, the Astros have made a deal with the Orioles to bolster the infield.
Per multiple reports, the Astros are trading for Orioles' Gold Glove (2022) infielder Ramón Urías.
Ramon Urias goes to the Astros
— Jon Heyman (@JonHeyman) July 31, 2025
Urías (age 31) is slashing .248/.300/.388 this season with eight home runs. He'll be a free agent in 2027.
Source: Astros are sending Single-A RHP Twine Palmer to the Orioles in the Urias deal
— Brian McTaggart (@brianmctaggart) July 31, 2025
MLB.com's Brian McTaggart is reporting that the Astros are sending RHP Twine Palmer to the Orioles in the deal.
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