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How a crucial puzzle piece just arrived in Astros lineup

The Houston Astros haven't counted on their catchers to deliver much offensive production in recent years, with defensive specialist Martin Maldonado being their primary catcher for the last few seasons. But top hitting prospect Yainer Diaz is making a case to get more playing time behind the plate and at first, based on his ability to swing the bat.

Until recently, he hasn't been able to get any meaningful playing time. Even David Hensley, who was optioned to Sugar Land a few weeks ago, has more plate appearances than Diaz this season.

So how does manager Dusty Baker find more opportunities for Diaz? Should he use him more often as a DH, along with getting time at first base and catcher?

And what does that mean for Jose Abreu, Martin Maldonado, and to a lesser extent, former first round pick and Sugar Land Space Cowboy catcher, Korey Lee?

Plus, considering how good the Astros outfielders have been this year, does the team need to grab another bat before the trade deadline?

Don't miss the video above as we break it all down!

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The Houston Texans and CJ Stroud are riding high after a tremendous performance against the Jacksonville Jaguars on the road last weekend.

Houston beat the Jags by 20 points, and the offense looks to be improving after each game. And while Jacksonville is coming off a season where they won a playoff game, losing to Houston shouldn't come as much of a surprise.

They lost to the Texans last year with Davis Mills starting at quarterback, and only managed to score 6 points against Lovie Smith's defense.

This week, the Texans have TJ Watt and the Steelers coming to NRG, which could mean a long day for Houston's banged up offensive line.

However, with Kenny Pickett at quarterback for Pittsburgh, the Texans may not have to score a ton of points to come away with a victory.

Be sure to watch the video above as we give an early preview of Texans-Steelers, and share our predictions for the game.

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