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Some low-key reasons Astros could be players in the Juan Soto sweepstakes

With news of Juan Soto turning down a monster contract with the Nationals for over $400 million, we discuss the possibility of the Astros trading for Soto before the trade deadline.

Plus, we discuss some scenarios that could play out for Houston if they make a blockbuster deal for Soto, and what the Nationals would have to receive to consider trading the young star to the Astros.

Finally, we discuss the Astros philosophy on signing players to long contracts, and question if Houston would be comfortable with Soto walking after his contract expires after the 2024 season.

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What will the Houston Texans do in the NFL Draft? NFL Network Draft Analyst Daniel Jeremiah has released his latest mock draft and has the Texans selecting Ohio State QB CJ Stroud at No. 2 and Clemson edge Myles Murphy at No. 12.

Do you like those selections for the Texans?

ESPN Houston's Jake Asman, Brad Kellner, and Cody Stoots discuss on The Wheelhouse.

Listen to The Wheelhouse weekdays from 3-7PM on ESPN 97.5 and 92.5 FM.

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