How Astros manager Joe Espada plans to attack Tigers in Game 1 of Wild Card Series
YORDAN IS A GO!
01 October 2024
Yordan Alvarez is BACK! Composite Getty Image.
The Houston Astros square off with the Detroit Tigers in game one of the Wild Card series this Tuesday afternoon, and now we finally have a clear picture of what the Astros roster will look like.
Most importantly, Yordan Alvarez made the roster and will hit third against Tigers fireballer Tarik Skubal.
Astros lineup for Game 1. pic.twitter.com/fmyNoRQNFC
— Julia Morales (@JuliaMorales) October 1, 2024
MLB.com's Brian McTaggart is reporting that manager Joe Espada moved Alvarez to third in the batting order, after originally penciling him in second.
Astros have flipped their lineup, Tucker hitting second and Alvarez third.
— Brian McTaggart (@brianmctaggart) October 1, 2024
The other big news revealed today was the status of Justin Verlander. He is not on the Wild Card Series roster.
Our ALWC Roster. #Relentless pic.twitter.com/nyfoBsJZFp
— Houston Astros (@astros) October 1, 2024
However, Chas McCormick did make the squad after dealing with a hand/finger injury recently. You can see the full roster above. The Astros are carrying 15 position players and 11 pitchers.
Framber Valdez and Skubal face off at 1:32PM Tuesday afternoon in Houston.
In a move that sent shockwaves through the NBA, the Houston Rockets have pulled off a blockbuster trade for Kevin Durant, acquiring the superstar forward from the Phoenix Suns. The deal comes at a steep price—Houston parts ways with Jalen Green, Dillon Brooks, the 10th pick in the 2025 NBA Draft, and five second-rounders.
In this episode, we react to the stunning trade and break down what it means for the Rockets’ future. Is parting with Green and Brooks too much, or a necessary step toward contention? We examine the risks tied to Durant’s age and injury history, and what losing a defensive anchor like Brooks means for a young, evolving roster.
We also dive into what KD brings to the table—his scoring ability, his contract situation, and whether he can truly be "the guy" on a team that’s looking to take the next step. And if he can’t stay healthy come playoff time… was the gamble even worth it?
The Rockets just pushed all their chips in. The question now: did they bet on the right hand?
Be sure to watch the video below as ESPN Houston's John Granato and Lance Zierlein share their thoughts on the newest addition to the Rockets.
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