How the Astros' evolved handling of young players will impact Yordan Alvarez
ASTROS ROUNDTABLE
21 June 2019
ASTROS ROUNDTABLE
Rookie sensation Yordan Alvarez has created quite the buzz in just a few games with the Astros.
In years past, the Astros were accused of manipulating service time of prospects to maximize the number of years those players were under team control. Most notably, George Springer and his former agent voiced exactly this concern earlier in Springer's career.
ESPN 97.5's John Granato, Lance Zierlein, and Raheel Ramzanali discuss how that dynamic has seemingly changed.
With the NFL Draft right around the corner, Texans GM Nick Caserio met with the media to discuss the team's approach this year since they no longer have a first round pick. He also answered questions about the acquisition of Stefon Diggs, and addressed any concerns the team has about their new receiver having the reputation as a “diva.”
In the video above, Rich Eisen reacts to Caserio's presser and projects how the season will play out for the Texans with Diggs added to the team. Let's just say he's bullish on the Texans.