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The "Ifs" and "When" that could produce "Wins"
The "Ifs" for the Astros are getting smaller. "If the Astros improve their starting rotation….." The rotation has been improved. The arrival of Bret Meyers should signal the departure of Moehler from the rotation. What bothers me is the fact that we the fans made it known that we were fed...
The Astros CAN contend in 2010......If EVERYTHING falls into place
I was just looking at the Astros 2005 lineup......do you remember that group? Here are the starters at the beginning of 2005 in the field: (Not in order) 1B – Jeff Bagwell (Only played in 39 games .250/3HR) 2B – Craig Biggio (.264/26HR) 3B – Morgan Ensberg (.283/36HR) SS...
Bullpen vs Rotation.....which one needs more attention?
Up to this point we have heard about the "needs" in the bullpen. Is this addressing a need or testifying to the fact that the rotation is so bad that we will be; once again, abusing the bullpen. I agree that a solid closer is necessary to contend in the MLB. Now; everyone who thinks the...
Rumorville: John Lackey
I have to admit, it's hard to get excited about John Lackey rumors. Given that (a) he's the top starting pitcher on the market, (b) the big name teams like the Yankees are expected to (but haven't yet) bid on his services, and (c) the salary amounts being floated around ($80-100 million/5 years)...
2009 SB Nation Awards: Manager of the Year
SB Nation has announced the winners of its 2009 Manager of the Year Awards. From the National League, it is Jim Tracy, who took over the Colorado Rockies in May as they went from a team that was 10 games under .500 to the playoffs. Mike Scioscia led the Angels to their 3rd consecutive AL West...
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