Why now's the time for Houston Astros to make lineup changes
ASTROS OUTLOOK
14 June 2022
ASTROS OUTLOOK
Is it time for Houston Astros manager Dusty Baker to make changes to his lineup with the Astros offense continuing to underperform? ESPN Houston's Jake Asman, Cody Stoots, and Brad Kellner discuss on The Wheelhouse.
Plus, Brad Kellner makes the case that Dusty is the one in charge of the lineup decisions, believing the Astros front office would not be so keen on some of Dusty's head-scratching lineups.
Check out the video to learn more!
It’s starting to look like the Astros knew exactly what they were doing.
What once felt like a risky move is quickly shaping up to be a win for Houston — and maybe a defining pivot point for the franchise. In this episode, we dig into how the Astros may actually be better off in the wake of the Kyle Tucker trade, thanks to a new wave of production and smart roster-building.
Cam Smith continues to rise with another eye-catching performance, launching two home runs and making the case that he’s already ahead of schedule. Meanwhile, Isaac Paredes has quietly emerged as a legitimate successor to Alex Bregman, offering power and presence in the infield.
And while Jeremy Peña wasn’t part of the Tucker deal, his 2024 resurgence adds even more fuel to the argument that this team is thriving — not surviving. The Astros aren’t just plugging holes. They’re planning for what’s next.
We also look at the bigger picture: What if Houston had moved on earlier from other aging or underperforming stars? Could they have been ahead of the curve even sooner?
So who’s really winning this breakup — the Astros or Kyle Tucker? We break it all down.
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