Here are the final Houston Astros loose ends to address ahead of spring training
SPORTSMAP ROUNDTABLE
06 January 2023
With the Astros seemingly done making moves this offseason, we discuss which player is best suited to split DH duties with Yordan Alvarez and Michael Brantley.
Plus, has Chas McCormick proved that he should be the unquestioned starter in center field, or could we see a platoon at the position with Jake Meyers getting some playing time against right-handed pitching?
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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!
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