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
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The Center Field Conundrum
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
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
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
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
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
Houston Astros 2020 Year in Review: Zack Greinke hot, cold
Zack Greinke was hot and cold for the Houston Astros during the 2020 season. It seems so long ago, but there was a period of time during the 2020 season when Zack Greinke looked like the unquestioned ace of the Houston Astros rotation. Justin Verlander was injured, Lance McCullers wasn’t quite himself and Framber Valdez […] Houston Astros 2020 Year in Review: Zack Greinke hot, … [Read more...] about Houston Astros 2020 Year in Review: Zack Greinke hot, cold
Astros: Five potential free agent outfielders to target
Here are five free agent outfielders the Houston Astros could potentially target. It’s no secret that the Houston Astros biggest need this offseason is in the outfield. With George Springer, Michael Brantley and Josh Reddick all reaching free agency, it’s likely that new GM James Click will need to find two starting outfielders before Spring […] Astros: Five potential free … [Read more...] about Astros: Five potential free agent outfielders to target