Why these Houston Astros pitchers are being mentioned among the all-time greats
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05 July 2022
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The starting pitching for the Houston Astros over this recent stretch has been historically great, but is this the best Astros rotation we've ever seen? This week, we compare this Astros rotation with some of the best in team history and debate whether Houston fans have ever witnessed this many extraordinary performances.
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In this episode, we break down the decision to bring rookie Cam Smith up to the Houston Astros big league roster — just 96 plate appearances into his major league journey.
Was it the right call, or a move made out of desperation due to the early-season outfield situation? We dive into the context of the Kyle Tucker trade, the uncertainty surrounding the outfield to start the year, and whether Cam Smith was truly ready — or if the Astros may have rushed a top prospect before he was fully developed.
Don't miss the video below as ESPN Houston's Jeremy Branham and Joel Blank break it all down!