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texasaggie2015 said:
Brown will likely move to the bullpen
texasaggie2015 said:
Brown will likely move to the bullpen
curious if this small sample would pique Dana's interest#Mariners DFA reliever with a 3.09 ERA and 12:1 strikeout-to-walk ratiohttps://t.co/DgUT4A1pqr pic.twitter.com/WwbnL2SJWf
— MLB Trade Rumors (@mlbtraderumors) May 11, 2024
texasaggie2015 said:
He's stuff plays better out of the pen (not that it's uncommon). I was told last year they had planned on moving Garcia to the pen but I'm not sure if that's changed.
The Astros have designated Brandon Bielak for assignment to clear a spot for Cristian Javier on the active roster.
— Chandler Rome (@Chandler_Rome) May 11, 2024
From the Astros: OF Chas McCormick and RHP José Urquidy will begin a rehab assignment with Triple A Sugar Land on Sunday...McCormick was placed on the Injured List on April 28 due to right hamstring discomfort...Urquidy has missed the entire season due to a right forearm strain
— Mark Berman (@MarkBerman_) May 11, 2024
There is a difference. He has to pace himself. As a RP he can throw max effort with his fastball. He can also focus more on 2 pitches (maybe 3) rather than establishing 4 or 5.AggiEE said:texasaggie2015 said:
He's stuff plays better out of the pen (not that it's uncommon). I was told last year they had planned on moving Garcia to the pen but I'm not sure if that's changed.
What doesnt make sense though are his blow ups in the early innings. That should have no difference versus a bullpen inning, unless he pitches differently as a starter vs. reliever (trying to conserve energy and not gas himself)
Shawn Dubin throwing the ball well and being able to handle multiple innings made Brandon Bielak expendable. That Bielak doesn't have options left will hurt his value on the waiver/trade wire, but there are certainly teams that could use his volume and durability.
— Chandler Rome (@Chandler_Rome) May 11, 2024
Roster mismanagement is a bit harsh. When you have a bunch of injuries and "starters" giving you 1 or 2 innings you are up **** creek without a paddle.EastCoastAgNc said:Shawn Dubin throwing the ball well and being able to handle multiple innings made Brandon Bielak expendable. That Bielak doesn't have options left will hurt his value on the waiver/trade wire, but there are certainly teams that could use his volume and durability.
— Chandler Rome (@Chandler_Rome) May 11, 2024
SpaceCityAg05 said:
Yeah, I am sad to see that although it was going to happen eventually
Bielak may not be the best pitcher, but there is value in having an arm that can soak up a LOT of innings and get hot in a hurry on the middle of an inning if things implode for the SP. He is the perfect swing-guy/last arm in the pen.
But the lack of remaining options was going to eventually force the issue.
Astros vs. Tigers LHP Skubal, Kyle Tucker gets his first off-day of the season: pic.twitter.com/snNwICAawK
— Matt Kawahara (@matthewkawahara) May 11, 2024
Hunter Brown is listed on the lineup card as available from the bullpen tonight. He also sat there last night.
— Matt Kawahara (@matthewkawahara) May 11, 2024
EastCoastAgNc said:Hunter Brown is listed on the lineup card as available from the bullpen tonight. He also sat there last night.
— Matt Kawahara (@matthewkawahara) May 11, 2024
EastCoastAgNc said:The Astros have designated Brandon Bielak for assignment to clear a spot for Cristian Javier on the active roster.
— Chandler Rome (@Chandler_Rome) May 11, 2024
Sometimes it Bielak that
EastCoastAgNc said:Astros vs. Tigers LHP Skubal, Kyle Tucker gets his first off-day of the season: pic.twitter.com/snNwICAawK
— Matt Kawahara (@matthewkawahara) May 11, 2024
BadAggie said:EastCoastAgNc said:Astros vs. Tigers LHP Skubal, Kyle Tucker gets his first off-day of the season: pic.twitter.com/snNwICAawK
— Matt Kawahara (@matthewkawahara) May 11, 2024
Pena in the 2 spot
For good
W said:
um, what is Espada doing?
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tjack16 said:
I'd still rather Bregman hit 6th
It started working so we move him back to 4th?
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