In 2023, the Astros used exactly eight starting pitchers the entire season. That is truly a remarkable number. Wanna hear another one? In 2024, they have already had seven starters on the injured list. That includes a pair of pitchers who will miss the remainder of the season (and most...
In 2023, the Astros used exactly eight starting pitchers the entire season. That is truly a remarkable number. Wanna hear another one? In 2024, they have already had seven starters on the injured list. That includes a pair of pitchers who will miss the remainder of the season in Cristian Javier and Jose Urquidy .
On Wednesday, the Astros announced both starters would undergo elbow surgery this week and would not return in 2024. It is yet another huge blow to a rotation absolutely wrecked by injuries. Justin Verlander started the year on the IL and Framber Valdez has spent time there. The team is still waiting for Luis Garcia and Lance McCullers, Jr. to return from injuries suffered last season.
So, what do they do now? Given their record, you might think a year in the tank would make the most sense, but with their lineup and the fact that they play in the worst division in baseball with an expanded postseason, that probably isn't in the cards. Here are a few options for GM Dana Brown to consider.This is the most likely option, but it leaves something to be desired. If they lose anyone else, they could be in serious trouble.
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