Photo by Bob Levey/Getty Images Assessing the options in center field in a George Springer-less world George Springer is no longer a member of the Houston Astros. The reality has set in that he’s likely to sign elsewhere this winter in free agency. As the everyday center fielder for the Astros the past several years, his departure creates an enormous hole. Replacing a player … [Read more...] about The Center Field Conundrum
Archives for October 2020
Astros Crawfish Boil: October 30th, 2020
Photo by Harry How/Getty Images Have a safe and happy Halloween this weekend! Check out the rest of the Crawfish Boxes here and listen to the latest version of Locked on Astros, our partnered podcast, here. Astros News Roberto Osuna has been placed on waivers, which is most likely the death knell for his Astros career (MLB Trade Rumor) So what’s the next move for the … [Read more...] about Astros Crawfish Boil: October 30th, 2020
No longer suspended, A.J. Hinch lands job as Tigers manager
Former Astros manager A.J.Hinch's season-long suspension has been lifted for just three days. … [Read more...] about No longer suspended, A.J. Hinch lands job as Tigers manager
Alert: Detroit Tigers hire former Houston Astros manager AJ Hinch
DETROIT (AP) — Detroit Tigers hire former Houston Astros manager AJ Hinch. … [Read more...] about Alert: Detroit Tigers hire former Houston Astros manager AJ Hinch
Fresh off suspension, Hinch takes over as Tigers manager
DETROIT (AP) — The Detroit Tigers hired AJ Hinch to be their new manager Friday, giving him a chance to return to a major league dugout after he was fired by Houston in the wake of the Astros’ sign-stealing scandal. The Tigers said they agreed to terms with Hinch on a multiyear deal. Hinch replaces Ron Gardenhire, who retired late this season, and he takes over a rebuilding … [Read more...] about Fresh off suspension, Hinch takes over as Tigers manager
Pro Football Focus: Texans LT Laremy Tunsil has not allowed a sack in 288 snaps
Laremy Tunsil has answered plenty of questions the Houston Texans had at left tackle. The former 2016 Miami Dolphins first-round pick came over to the AFC South champions at the end of the 2019 preseason as part of a huge trade that cost Houston two first round picks and a 2020 second round selection. However, Tunsil managed to earn his first career Pro Bowl in the process and … [Read more...] about Pro Football Focus: Texans LT Laremy Tunsil has not allowed a sack in 288 snaps
10 Texans who will take the biggest chunk out of the 2021 salary cap
All figures courtesy of Spotrac. … [Read more...] about 10 Texans who will take the biggest chunk out of the 2021 salary cap
VOTE: Brantley, Springer up for '20 All-MLB
Michael Brantley and George Springer are nominees for the 2020 All-MLB Team. Vote once a day until Nov. 13 for the best players at each position during the regular season. … [Read more...] about VOTE: Brantley, Springer up for '20 All-MLB
Astros Place Roberto Osuna On Outright Waivers
The Astros have placed right-hander Roberto Osuna on outright waivers, reports Jake Kaplan of The Athletic (Twitter link). The right-hander missed most of the 2020 season with an elbow injury and was initially recommended to undergo Tommy John surgery, although a second opinion caused him to attempt to rehab the injury without surgery. Osuna was projected by MLBTR contributor … [Read more...] about Astros Place Roberto Osuna On Outright Waivers