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Astros Seek Left-Handed Bat Amidst Roster Shakeup
25 Jan
Summary
- General Manager Dana Brown seeks roster balance and improvement.
- Interest from rival teams in players like Isaac Paredes and Christian Walker.
- Concerns arise over player fatigue and injury prevention strategies.
Houston Astros General Manager Dana Brown indicated on Saturday that the team is actively exploring moves to enhance the roster, aiming for better balance and performance. Brown stated that discussions are ongoing with rival teams expressing interest in numerous Astros players, with Isaac Paredes and Christian Walker being among those drawing attention.
The Astros are facing internal roster challenges, particularly with securing playing time for all key infielders like Carlos Correa, Jeremy Peña, Jose Altuve, and Isaac Paredes. Manager Joe Espada acknowledged the need for creative lineup construction to accommodate these players while managing health and fatigue.
A significant focus this offseason has been on addressing the high number of injuries that plagued the team in 2025, contributing to their failure to make the postseason. Carlos Correa highlighted a lack of routine and preparation as contributing factors to player fatigue and injuries.
Furthermore, the team is actively seeking to add a left-handed bat to their lineup, an area where they significantly underperformed last season. Outfielders like the Boston Red Sox's Wilyer Abreu are reportedly of interest to the Astros. Additionally, pitcher Spencer Arrighetti is reportedly ahead of schedule in his recovery from an elbow injury and aims to compete for a rotation spot.
