After he went 2×4 with a 3-run HR today, Astros manager Joe Espada said he believes Christian Walker’s bat is coming around:
Espada raved about SP Mike Burrows, who has been better than advertised this spring:
Burrows also said the ball he took off the leg is of no consequence:
Did Espada hint that OF Zach Cole may need some more seasoning in Triple-A?
Cam Smith has made some adjustments to improve at the plate, both physically and mentally:
The Astros have decided to open the season in a 5 man rotation:
This may indicate that Tatsuya Imai will open up as the 3rd starter in the order based on the Astros schedule and off days. It will also lead to bullpen decisions that will likely include multiple relievers who can go multiple innings.
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SS Jeremy Pena has swung a bat 2 days in a row as he tries to be ready for Opening Day:
Could Brice Matthews make the team as an outfielder?