***** Official Houston Astros 2018 Season Thread *****

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11:50p, 5/19/18
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https://frsbaseball.com/mlb/inside/inside-baseball-where-will-the-top-trade-candidates-end-up/

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5. Kelvin Herrera, Royals RP. One of the game's best closers may not be as well-known as some other relief stars, but he's proven in big spots, including the postseason. The Astros look like they could use a boost in the bullpen. Best bet: Astros. Others: Angels, Blue Jays, Nationals.
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7. Zach Britton, Orioles RP. The Astros had a deal for him last summer before it was scuttled by the Orioles, either due to medical failure(s) or Peter Angelos' notorious cold feet. Of course, they wound up trading for Justin Verlander, and the rest is history. Houston still hasn't solved its closing issue (see Herrera above), so it would make sense. The Dodgers were another that showed interest, but with all their injuries, they could go in any direction this time (plus they will be cognizant not to go over the luxury-tax threshold). Best bet: Twins. Others: Angels, Astros, Blue Jays, Dodgers, Nationals.
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8. Brad Hand, Padres RP. Hand could help virtually any team, so this is a tough one to predict. They could also easily keep Hand, who has several years to go on his deal. Best bet: Angels. Others: Astros, Dodgers, Nationals, Twins.
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10. Raisel Iglesias, Reds RP. The Reds are a tough one to predict, but it makes sense that a top closer shouldn't really be on a team that's on pace to win 50-some games (h/t Matt Ehalt of the Bergen Record for that observation). They should be able to get a haul for him, too. The low salary would fit the Dodgers, who are looking to stay under the $197 million threshold. The Jays may also be in the market for a closer now, following the unfortunate incident involving Roberto Osuna. Best bet: Blue Jays. Others: Astros, Dodgers, Angels, Twins, Nationals.
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13. Jed Lowrie, A's INF. He can play anywhere on the infield. So he could help a number of teams. The A's are hanging in the race, so they could also wind up keeping their veterans or even adding guys. Best bet: Brewers. Others: Diamondbacks, Indians, Dodgers, Blue Jays, Cardinals, Astros, Yankees.
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11:54p, 5/19/18
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In reply to Average Joe • 6:47a, 5/20/18
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Frok said:
I don't necessarily think it was the wrong call. They just yanked us around by saying double, home run, double


Is it a double if it hits the top of the wall and goes over? What if it hits a player's glove and goes over? Both of those are home runs. This isn't any different.


It's different because a player isn't a wall

If the ball bounces off a player in the air & another player catches it before it hits the ground, the batter is out.

Not the same result of it bounces off a wall.
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7:52a, 5/20/18
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Long shot but does anyone have two extra tickets to the Orbit birthday party tonight? I screwed up and they are now sold out.
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In reply to BMX Bandit • 7:57a, 5/20/18
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BMX Bandit said:
Average Joe said:
Frok said:
I don't necessarily think it was the wrong call. They just yanked us around by saying double, home run, double


Is it a double if it hits the top of the wall and goes over? What if it hits a player's glove and goes over? Both of those are home runs. This isn't any different.


It's different because a player isn't a wall

If the ball bounces off a player in the air & another player catches it before it hits the ground, the batter is out.

Not the same result of it bounces off a wall.


Yeah i think it was the right call after seeing the replay
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8:26a, 5/20/18
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Talk about an even pitching matchup today. McCullers and Carasco are both 5-2 with ERAs of 3.63 and 3.66 respectively.
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In reply to bearkatag15 • 8:56a, 5/20/18
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Has to feel good for Jake to go down and have success. It's tough when guys that are scuffling get sent down and continue to struggle.
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In reply to bearkatag15 • 9:04a, 5/20/18
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That's a cool lookin stadium
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In reply to iBrad • 9:15a, 5/20/18
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Has to feel good for Jake to go down and have success. It's tough when guys that are scuffling get sent down and continue to struggle.


Is love to see Jake get his timing and swing back. It would be nice to have him on the big league club since his defense is elite. Plus, I just like the dude and feel bad for the way his season ended last year and how this year started for him.

I'm wondering if he does show a rebound if he'll end up being part of a trade package.
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9:18a, 5/20/18
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I think when Jake is ready he'll be called up and Fisher will be sent down.

Kemp has been really nice lift at the bottom of the lineup. Besides his baserunning Fisher has turned out so far to be a big disappointment. He's young so hopefully he turns it around but so far he's been pretty bad.
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In reply to bearkatag15 • 10:08a, 5/20/18
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and there it is..

Good deal, it looks like they are going to let him off with an apology and move on. I'd like to meet the person that was actually offended by the joke. I bet it was mostly white people overreacting because they are conditioned to look for things to be offended by.



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In reply to astros4545 • 10:14a, 5/20/18
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That's a cool lookin stadium
Yeah it is. I was thinking I'd love to catch a game there if I'm ever in Fresno again...but then I was also thinking I hope I'm never in Fresno again.

Does anyone know the story of why we switched AAA affiliates or why we have one so far away from home? I have read that we could be moving back to Round Rock or San Antonio after the season.
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In reply to Harry Dunne • 10:56a, 5/20/18
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Harry Dunne said:
astros4545 said:
That's a cool lookin stadium
Yeah it is. I was thinking I'd love to catch a game there if I'm ever in Fresno again...but then I was also thinking I hope I'm never in Fresno again.

Does anyone know the story of why we switched AAA affiliates or why we have one so far away from home? I have read that we could be moving back to Round Rock or San Antonio after the season.



I think that game was in elpaso
Im looking for Ray Finkle.... and a clean pair of shorts. Im just a very big Finkle fan. This is my Graceland, sir.


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11:00a, 5/20/18
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I've been out of pocket for a few days. Can someone summarize the last 10 or so pages for me?
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In reply to Harry Dunne • 11:10a, 5/20/18
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Harry Dunne said:
bearkatag15 said:
and there it is..

Good deal, it looks like they are going to let him off with an apology and move on. I'd like to meet the person that was actually offended by the joke. I bet it was mostly white people overreacting because they are conditioned to look for things to be offended by.





So black guy has to apologize for a comment about slavery that likely only reached a predominantly white audience. Wow.
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In reply to BowSowy • 11:18a, 5/20/18
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Two 60-day DL stints for Britton since this time last year. I would feel uneasy if we went after him.

It'll never happen. They should get peanuts for how often that dude is hurt, but their owner won't let that happen. He's a complete imbecile. Really glad he's not our owner.
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In reply to Ag13 • 11:19a, 5/20/18
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Ag13 said:
Long shot but does anyone have two extra tickets to the Orbit birthday party tonight? I screwed up and they are now sold out.
Are you looking for two tickets to the game or two tickets to the birthday party only?
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In reply to Nuke LaLoosh • 11:21a, 5/20/18
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Nuke LaLoosh said:
I've been out of pocket for a few days. Can someone summarize the last 10 or so pages for me?
For you? Nah.
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In reply to Nuke LaLoosh • 11:26a, 5/20/18
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Nuke LaLoosh said:
I've been out of pocket for a few days. Can someone summarize the last 10 or so pages for me?


This offense is bad and different let's all PANIC!

Someone brings in statcast data suggesting they've been unlucky. It is questioned as being fake news so that we can continue to PANIC

We should DFA Gattis.
Gattis hits dingers and doubles for a straight week.

People question Luhnow on leaving Fisher and Marisnick up.
Jake sent down.

Kenny G gives himself a mean right cross and has been damn good since.

Black guy makes a slavery joke and has to apologize for more than likely offended white people.


Meanwhile Astros extend lead out to 2 games and Seattle has passed the Angels for 2nd place.
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In reply to CFTXAG10 • 11:29a, 5/20/18
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CFTXAG10 said:
Ag13 said:
Long shot but does anyone have two extra tickets to the Orbit birthday party tonight? I screwed up and they are now sold out.
Are you looking for two tickets to the game or two tickets to the birthday party only?


Game and bday party
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In reply to Nuke LaLoosh • 11:30a, 5/20/18
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Nuke LaLoosh said:
I've been out of pocket for a few days. Can someone summarize the last 10 or so pages for me?

Everyone hates West Coast road trips, so MLB should realign.

Verlander shut out the Angels (which means he pitched all 9 innings), and Charlie Morton is still Charlie Morton.

We got out-sequenced yesterday, but it would have been fine if we hadn't also been #Hinched.

I think there were boobs somewhere in there. And apparently sliders are worse than slavery.

In short, the usual.
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In reply to Ag13 • 11:33a, 5/20/18
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Can't help you with the party, but looks like game tickets are really cheap on StubHub. I have one I can give you if you want to buy the rest that you need.
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11:39a, 5/20/18
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Im looking for Ray Finkle.... and a clean pair of shorts. Im just a very big Finkle fan. This is my Graceland, sir.


MAGA

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11:44a, 5/20/18
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Here's a white dude that Preston has to apologize to.

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11:54a, 5/20/18
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Thanks folks!

Now... what's the corresponding move for Cali g up Davis?
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In reply to irish pete ag06 • 12:01p, 5/20/18
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irish pete ag06 said:
Here's a white dude that Preston has to apologize to.

That dude is getting obliterated in the comments.
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In reply to Quincey P. Morris • 12:02p, 5/20/18
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Lucky #007 said:
irish pete ag06 said:
Here's a white dude that Preston has to apologize to.

That dude is getting obliterated in the comments.


He's a pretty good blogger but an extreme snowflake, also.
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In reply to Nuke LaLoosh • 12:03p, 5/20/18
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Nuke LaLoosh said:
Thanks folks!

Now... what's the corresponding move for Cali g up Davis?


Gotta be Fisher down or cutting one of our useless unused BP arms like Sipp, Smith, or Rendon
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In reply to Quincey P. Morris • 12:04p, 5/20/18
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Lucky #007 said:
irish pete ag06 said:
Here's a white dude that Preston has to apologize to.

That dude is getting obliterated in the comments.

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In reply to The Milkman • 12:06p, 5/20/18
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Doubt it's Rondon. Outside of 1 or 2 bad outings he's been pretty solid for us.

2.30 ERA in 15.2 innings. Although his 1.15 WHIP leaves something to be desired
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In reply to Aggie8587 • 12:08p, 5/20/18
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Aggie8587 said:
Doubt it's Rondon. Outside of 1 or 2 bad outings he's been pretty solid for us.

2.30 ERA in 15.2 innings. Although his 1.15 WHIP leaves something to be desired


I've seen worse WHIPs.

Rendon has been pretty damn good.
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In reply to irish pete ag06 • 12:10p, 5/20/18
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Oh for sure. Just sayin that usually that strong of an ERA comes with a lower whip. Definitely been good for us though thus far
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In reply to irish pete ag06 • 12:10p, 5/20/18
irish pete ag06 said:
Aggie8587 said:
Doubt it's Rondon. Outside of 1 or 2 bad outings he's been pretty solid for us.

2.30 ERA in 15.2 innings. Although his 1.15 WHIP leaves something to be desired


I've seen worse WHIPs.

Rendon has been pretty damn good.


Yes, I don't understand the perception that he's been useless or trash.
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In reply to Ag13 • 12:12p, 5/20/18
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Ag13 said:
CFTXAG10 said:
Ag13 said:
Long shot but does anyone have two extra tickets to the Orbit birthday party tonight? I screwed up and they are now sold out.
Are you looking for two tickets to the game or two tickets to the birthday party only?


Game and bday party
I've got an ask in about the party tix, I will PM you if I hear something
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In reply to Nuke LaLoosh • 12:19p, 5/20/18
Nuke LaLoosh said:
Thanks folks!

Now... what's the corresponding move for Cali g up Davis?


I'm guessing Fisher.
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