Houston Astros choose infielder Brendan Rodgers for final opening-day roster spot
Infielder Brendan Rodgers made the Houston Astros’ opening day roster, manager Joe Espada said Tuesday night, finalizing the ...
Zach Dezenzo and Cam Smith need everyday at-bats. When will they get them in the majors?
Dezenzo and Smith are putting up strong numbers in spring training, but Joe Espada doesn't want to put young players in ...
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Joe Espada predicts team's next ace, and what's needed to get there
"This guy can be an ace in any rotation and we expect him to be an ace in this rotation for years to come," Astros manager Joe Espada said. "He's already doing that by his presence in the clubhouse.
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Joe Espada Confirms Altuve Will Open Season As Primary Left Fielder
Altuve has started 10 games in left against one at second base (and one at designated hitter) this spring. It’s been ...
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Astros say Jose Altuve expected to play mostly in left field
The Houston Astros are planning to play Jose Altuve mostly in left field this season, manager Joe Espada told the Houston Chronicle on Monday. A nine-time All-Star, three-time batting champion and ...
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Heavy on Astros
Astros manager Joe Espada said Friday that McCullers (forearm ... The right-hander touched 94 mph during his most recent live batting practice session and felt fine physically, clearing the ...
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Astros say longtime second baseman Jose Altuve expected to play mostly in left this season
(AP) — The Houston Astros are planning to play Jose Altuve mostly in left field this season, manager Joe Espada told the Houston Chronicle on Monday. A nine-time All-Star, three-time batting ...
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Ex-ValleyCat second baseman Jose Altuve expected to play mostly in left this season
(AP) — The Houston Astros are planning to play Jose Altuve mostly in left field this season, manager Joe Espada told the Houston Chronicle on Monday. A nine-time All-Star, three-time batting ...