***** Official Houston Astros 2019 Season Thread *****

7,816,942 Views | 74452 Replies | Last: 5 yr ago by PSully97
Farmer1906
User Profile
Private Message
Ignore User Stop Ignoring
How long do you want to ignore this user?
24 hours One week Permanently Cancel
In reply to Ag_07 • 9:55a, 6/20/19
AG
Ag_07 said:
And really looking at the long term big picture...

I don't see how Tucker fits into this regular OF without one of Brantley, Springer, or Reddick gone.

One of those four has to go one way or the other


They're all FA after next year. Jake too. More than likely 2 will he gone, maybe all 3.

You have 3 OF spots & DH. Between Reddick, Springer, Brantley, Alvarez, & Tucker you rotate.

Guys like Jake, Kemp don't need to be taking ABs. You have Diaz for back up in the IF. White or Straw as well.
Reply Quote
1
Deluxe
User Profile Ignore User Stop Ignoring
How long do you want to ignore this user?
24 hours One week Permanently Cancel
10:14a, 6/20/19
AG
Quote:
You have 3 OF spots & DH. Between Reddick, Springer, Brantley, Alvarez, & Tucker you rotate.
Agreed. And surely Reddick can play an adequate enough first base to timeshare with Yuli. Not saying I'd want to risk Reddick at first base in the biggest games of the year, but I'm sure he could be serviceable 1 out of every 4-5 games over the full 162.

https://www.cbssports.com/fantasy/baseball/news/astros-josh-reddick-working-at-first-base/
Reply Quote
sts7049
User Profile
Private Message
Ignore User Stop Ignoring
How long do you want to ignore this user?
24 hours One week Permanently Cancel
10:15a, 6/20/19
AG
if reddick can play some first i think that spells the end for yuli. that eases up the logjam in the outfield
Reply Quote
Farmer1906
User Profile
Private Message
Ignore User Stop Ignoring
How long do you want to ignore this user?
24 hours One week Permanently Cancel
In reply to Deluxe • 10:17a, 6/20/19
AG
Oooo I like that.

Edit: I don't like it as much because that article is from MARCH.
Reply Quote
1 edit
Ag_07
User Profile
Private Message
Ignore User Stop Ignoring
How long do you want to ignore this user?
24 hours One week Permanently Cancel
10:23a, 6/20/19
AG
I'm not sure they see Reddick at 1B as a viable option.

He worked out at 1B during ST but he has one AB at 1B this year.

I would think with the injuries on the IF and lack of production from 1B that if he was able to play there he would be.
Reply Quote
1 edit
Deluxe
User Profile Ignore User Stop Ignoring
How long do you want to ignore this user?
24 hours One week Permanently Cancel
In reply to Ag_07 • 10:29a, 6/20/19
AG
Yea. It's clearly not our top choice to have Reddick at first and we haven't really had a need so far this year. We've been committed to getting Yuli/White their sample size ABs and one of them usually mans the bag.

But with Yuli/White's struggles and the OF logjam once you mix in Tucker, I think the calculus changes a little bit. Not to the extent that we'd see Reddick at first everyday, but I think sprinkling him in every few days will become an option soon.
Reply Quote
MosesHallRAB04
User Profile Ignore User Stop Ignoring
How long do you want to ignore this user?
24 hours One week Permanently Cancel
10:38a, 6/20/19
AG
Has t Brantley played a small amount at 1st in his career? If both have the ability I think I'd rather see Brantley at 1st. Reddick is a better fielder in the OF.
Reply Quote
1 edit
bearkatag15
User Profile
Private Message
Ignore User Stop Ignoring
How long do you want to ignore this user?
24 hours One week Permanently Cancel
In reply to MosesHallRAB04 • 10:40a, 6/20/19
AG
MosesHallRAB04 said:
Has t Brantley played a small amount at 1st in his career? If both have the ability I think I'd rather see Brantley at 1st. Reddick is a better fielder in the OF.
He has started a total of 52 games at 1st in the minors but that was over a two year period in 2007 and 2008.
Fightin' Texas Aggie and Sam Houston State Bearkat
Reply Quote
Deluxe
User Profile Ignore User Stop Ignoring
How long do you want to ignore this user?
24 hours One week Permanently Cancel
In reply to MosesHallRAB04 • 10:41a, 6/20/19
AG
MosesHallRAB04 said:
Has t Brantley played a small amount at 1st in his career? If both have the ability I think I'd rather see Brantley at 1st. Reddick is a better fielder in the OF.
I checked Brantley's career games by position and doesn't look like he's logged any games at 1B (edit: in the major leagues). All things equal I agree that he'd be the preference because Reddick is better in the OF. But at this point, I think we only have evidence that the Astros have contemplated Reddick at first.
Reply Quote
1 edit
Farmer1906
User Profile
Private Message
Ignore User Stop Ignoring
How long do you want to ignore this user?
24 hours One week Permanently Cancel
10:53a, 6/20/19
AG
Brantley is an all star level player. I don't think you ask him to switch positions at this point in his career.
Reply Quote
3
Ag_07
User Profile
Private Message
Ignore User Stop Ignoring
How long do you want to ignore this user?
24 hours One week Permanently Cancel
10:58a, 6/20/19
AG
Here is what I think is odd. They've played Stassi and Diaz at 1B and they don't have any MLB experience there.

I don't see how the staff can be comfortable with them there but not one of Reddick, Brantley, or Alvarez.

And IIRC Brantley has stated that he's open and willing to play 1B.
Reply Quote
1
Deluxe
User Profile Ignore User Stop Ignoring
How long do you want to ignore this user?
24 hours One week Permanently Cancel
11:01a, 6/20/19
AG
Quote:
And IIRC Brantley has stated that he's open and willing to play 1B.
Correct....

https://www.houstonchronicle.com/sports/astros/article/Michael-Brantley-ready-for-new-start-with-13478859.php

Quote:
"I'm open to doing anything," Brantley said. "It doesn't matter where I hit in the lineup, whatever is best for the team that day to win that game. I think it's really important that you stay flexible. I feel like I can handle (first base) if needed, if not then whatever is asked of me is what I'm going to do."
Reply Quote
2
Harry Dunne
User Profile Ignore User Stop Ignoring
How long do you want to ignore this user?
24 hours One week Permanently Cancel
In reply to Farmer1906 • 12:24p, 6/20/19
Farmer1906 said:
Brantley is an all star level player. I don't think you ask him to switch positions at this point in his career.
Craig Biggio. Twice.

And countless aging outfielders who switched to first late in their careers. Yaz & Willie Stargell come to mind. There are many others.
Reply Quote
4
bearkatag15
User Profile
Private Message
Ignore User Stop Ignoring
How long do you want to ignore this user?
24 hours One week Permanently Cancel
12:45p, 6/20/19
AG
Fightin' Texas Aggie and Sam Houston State Bearkat
Reply Quote
Farmer1906
User Profile
Private Message
Ignore User Stop Ignoring
How long do you want to ignore this user?
24 hours One week Permanently Cancel
In reply to Harry Dunne • 12:50p, 6/20/19
AG
He was 37 and we signed an MVP 2nd baseman. This is a little different.
Reply Quote
bearkatag15
User Profile
Private Message
Ignore User Stop Ignoring
How long do you want to ignore this user?
24 hours One week Permanently Cancel
12:53p, 6/20/19
AG
Tampa Rays to become two city team w Montreal



Say hello to the Tampa Bay/Montreal Rays
Fightin' Texas Aggie and Sam Houston State Bearkat
Reply Quote
Bulldog73
User Profile
Private Message
Ignore User Stop Ignoring
How long do you want to ignore this user?
24 hours One week Permanently Cancel
12:55p, 6/20/19
AG
So weird. Seems like a ticketing nightmare.
Reply Quote
9
Farmer1906
User Profile
Private Message
Ignore User Stop Ignoring
How long do you want to ignore this user?
24 hours One week Permanently Cancel
12:55p, 6/20/19
AG
I like that idea. It creates unity between 2 random cities. It also reduces supply so it may drive up some demand.
Reply Quote
Buck Compton
User Profile
Private Message
Ignore User Stop Ignoring
How long do you want to ignore this user?
24 hours One week Permanently Cancel
In reply to bearkatag15 • 1:00p, 6/20/19
AG
bearkatag15 said:
Tampa Rays to become two city team w Montreal



Say hello to the Tampa Bay/Montreal Rays
https://tenor.com/view/office-space-ajau-naidu-samir-nagheenanajar-its-horrible-bad-idea-gif-4754628
Reply Quote
1
1 edit
spadilly
User Profile
Private Message
Ignore User Stop Ignoring
How long do you want to ignore this user?
24 hours One week Permanently Cancel
In reply to Bulldog73 • 1:03p, 6/20/19
S
Bulldog73 said:
So weird. Seems like a ticketing nightmare.


Especially for playoff games. Where they play? Who gets tickets? Ect...
Goodness.
Reply Quote
MosesHallRAB04
User Profile Ignore User Stop Ignoring
How long do you want to ignore this user?
24 hours One week Permanently Cancel
1:10p, 6/20/19
AG
Imagine the blackout rules.
Reply Quote
Frok
User Profile Ignore User Stop Ignoring
How long do you want to ignore this user?
24 hours One week Permanently Cancel
1:11p, 6/20/19
AG
A dual city team could work if they were somewhat near each other. Tampa and Montreal are 1500 miles apart. Are the Rays unable to break their lease at Tropicana so this is their way of moving?
Reply Quote
MAROON
User Profile
Private Message
Ignore User Stop Ignoring
How long do you want to ignore this user?
24 hours One week Permanently Cancel
In reply to MosesHallRAB04 • 1:13p, 6/20/19
AG
MosesHallRAB04 said:
Imagine the blackout rules.
imagine being a player. Where does your family live? You will now be away from your home for 3/4 of the season
Reply Quote
Bobcat-Ag
User Profile Ignore User Stop Ignoring
How long do you want to ignore this user?
24 hours One week Permanently Cancel
In reply to spadilly • 1:16p, 6/20/19
spadilly said:
Bulldog73 said:
So weird. Seems like a ticketing nightmare.


Especially for playoff games. Where they play? Who gets tickets? Ect...
Goodness.
They won't make the playoffs!
Reply Quote
3
Ag_07
User Profile
Private Message
Ignore User Stop Ignoring
How long do you want to ignore this user?
24 hours One week Permanently Cancel
1:17p, 6/20/19
AG
The problem in TB is that no one gives a shlt about baseball.

How does this solve that?
Reply Quote
JDUB08AG
User Profile
Private Message
Ignore User Stop Ignoring
How long do you want to ignore this user?
24 hours One week Permanently Cancel
1:36p, 6/20/19
AG
Reply Quote
1
wangus12
User Profile Ignore User Stop Ignoring
How long do you want to ignore this user?
24 hours One week Permanently Cancel
1:45p, 6/20/19
AG
What should I do? My clinic just hired a new doc and he got our 8 person team suite tickets to the Rangers game against the White Sox on Saturday. My wife says I should pick up a Rangers t-shirt to wear to the game. I'm not keen on that idea. I typically only go out to Arlington when the Astros are playing which solves any issues with me wearing Astros gear.
Reply Quote
AstroAggie15
User Profile Ignore User Stop Ignoring
How long do you want to ignore this user?
24 hours One week Permanently Cancel
In reply to wangus12 • 1:48p, 6/20/19
AG
Divorce seems like your only option
Reply Quote
2
Ag_07
User Profile
Private Message
Ignore User Stop Ignoring
How long do you want to ignore this user?
24 hours One week Permanently Cancel
In reply to wangus12 • 1:48p, 6/20/19
AG
wangus12 said:
What should I do?

Based on this...

Quote:
My wife says I should pick up a Rangers t-shirt to wear to the game.

I'd say file divorce papers.
Reply Quote
2
bearkatag15
User Profile
Private Message
Ignore User Stop Ignoring
How long do you want to ignore this user?
24 hours One week Permanently Cancel
In reply to wangus12 • 1:51p, 6/20/19
AG
wangus12 said:
What should I do? My clinic just hired a new doc and he got our 8 person team suite tickets to the Rangers game against the White Sox on Saturday. My wife says I should pick up a Rangers t-shirt to wear to the game. I'm not keen on that idea. I typically only go out to Arlington when the Astros are playing which solves any issues with me wearing Astros gear.
Wear a white or neutral colored shirt with a non-sport logo'd hat (or no hat at all). Just make sure you wear your Astros underoos and socks
Fightin' Texas Aggie and Sam Houston State Bearkat
Reply Quote
8
MosesHallRAB04
User Profile Ignore User Stop Ignoring
How long do you want to ignore this user?
24 hours One week Permanently Cancel
In reply to bearkatag15 • 2:23p, 6/20/19
AG
bearkatag15 said:
wangus12 said:
What should I do? My clinic just hired a new doc and he got our 8 person team suite tickets to the Rangers game against the White Sox on Saturday. My wife says I should pick up a Rangers t-shirt to wear to the game. I'm not keen on that idea. I typically only go out to Arlington when the Astros are playing which solves any issues with me wearing Astros gear.
Wear a white or neutral colored shirt with a non-sport logo'd hat (or no hat at all). Just make sure you wear your Astros underoos and socks


You forgot to vocally and obnoxiously root for the white sox
Reply Quote
1
redline248
User Profile
Private Message
Ignore User Stop Ignoring
How long do you want to ignore this user?
24 hours One week Permanently Cancel
In reply to wangus12 • 2:24p, 6/20/19
AG
Wear Aggie gear and enjoy baseball in the suite. Why the F would you consider buying ranger gear? Spend that money on booze
Reply Quote
6
bearkatag15
User Profile
Private Message
Ignore User Stop Ignoring
How long do you want to ignore this user?
24 hours One week Permanently Cancel
2:27p, 6/20/19
AG


Delay #4 this week is on its way...
Fightin' Texas Aggie and Sam Houston State Bearkat
Reply Quote
redline248
User Profile
Private Message
Ignore User Stop Ignoring
How long do you want to ignore this user?
24 hours One week Permanently Cancel
2:32p, 6/20/19
AG
Let's hope it's not rain that scares our bats
Reply Quote
Mathguy64
User Profile
Private Message
Ignore User Stop Ignoring
How long do you want to ignore this user?
24 hours One week Permanently Cancel
In reply to redline248 • 2:55p, 6/20/19
AG
redline248 said:
Let's hope it's not rain that scares our bats
Right now, pitched baseballs scare our bats.
Reply Quote
13
First Page Last Page
Page 424 of 2128 ▼
 
×
subscribe Verify your student status
See Subscription Benefits
Trial only available to users who have never subscribed or participated in a previous trial.