Let's have an honest discussion about Astros' controversial approach to trade deadline
REAL TALK
30 July 2024
Many fans fell like the team got fleeced. Composite Getty Image.
The Astros sent P Jake Bloss, OF Joey Loperfido, and IF Will Wagner to Toronto in exchange for lefty starter Yusei Kikuchi, who is 4-9 with a 4.75 ERA in 2024. Making matters worse, his contract expires at the end of the season.
Did the Astros overpay?
Be sure to watch the video above as ESPN Houston's John Granato and Lance Zielein weigh in.
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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