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Houston Astros news, rumors and injuriesAstros | Carlos Correa to work on baserunning Wed, 25 Feb 2015 15:28:32 -0800 Houston Astros SS Carlos Correa (ankle) said he wants to work on his baserunning this spring and sliding into bases, which he hasn't done since breaking his right ankle sliding into third base in the minors last summer. Correa will slide head-first while stealing bases but will still go feet first to break up double plays. Correa is unlikely to make his major league debut in 2015, and he'll likely start the year at Double-A Corpus Christi. Fantasy Tip: Correa provides excellent speed and power at a very scarce position. He won't be relevant in single-year formats in 2015, but he's most definitely a strong option for keeper and dynasty formats. Comment () | Share: Astros | Jonathan Villar could move around IF Sun, 22 Feb 2015 14:58:27 -0800 Houston Astros SS Jonathan Villar may see some games at second and third base during spring workouts. Fantasy Tip: If the plan works it could increase Villar's fantasy value during the season because he could gain utility status. He hit seven homers in 263 at-bats, but that .209 batting average makes owners cringe. Villar's value is lower until that average comes up. Comment () | Share: Astros | Evan Gattis to play OF early in spring Fri, 20 Feb 2015 16:08:52 -0800 Houston Astros C/OF Evan Gattis is expected to get an early look this spring in left field, according to manager A.J. Hinch. Gattis is expected to see work at first base later in the spring. Gattis played 48 games in left field for the Atlanta Braves in 2013. "Seeing he's played (48) games in the outfield a couple of years ago, that's a faster comfort level for him," Hinch said. "He's been working hard this winter in the outfield -- he told me that. I just see that as a better fit early to get into camp." Fantasy Tip: Gattis will be very valuable this year with multi-positional eligibility, but he mainly will be used as a power-hitting catching option for fantasy squads. The move to the American League and hitter-friendly Minute Maid Park only boosts Gattis' value. However, you'll need to plan around a weak contact rate and plenty of strikeouts. Comment () | Share: Astros | Visa issues for Roberto Hernandez Wed, 18 Feb 2015 21:46:42 -0800 Houston Astros SP Roberto Hernandez might be late to spring training due to visa issues, according to manager A.J. Hinch. "I haven't been told he's going to be late, but he would be the one question," Hinch said Wednesday, Feb. 18. Hernandez's agent said the pitcher has an appointment to address the matter Thursday, Feb. 19. Fantasy Tip: Hernandez will compete for a spot in the Houston rotation in spring training. If he can secure a spot for the Astros, a team on the rise, he could occasionally be a useful FantasyScore option when the matchup is favorable. Comment () | Share: Astros | Three battling for Houston closer job Tue, 17 Feb 2015 14:50:15 -0800 Houston Astros RPs Luke Gregerson, Chad Qualls and Pat Neshek will all be competing for the closer's job in spring training. Between all three relievers, they have only 95 career saves, with Qualls having 70 of them in 25 combined seasons. Fantasy Tip: While Qualls has the most experience and most career saves, and he may start out the year as Houston's ninth-inning stopper, if you're drafting a Houston reliever for saves and upside, it should be Gregerson. Comment () | Share: Astros | Owner divorce won't affect payroll Sun, 15 Feb 2015 00:00:41 -0800 Houston Astros owner Jim Crane's recent divorce will not affect the team's payroll or finances, according to team attorney Giles Kibbe. Comment () | Share: Astros | Carlos Correra starting at Class AA Fri, 13 Feb 2015 13:37:44 -0800 Houston Astros SS Carlos Correra (ankle) is expected to begin the regular season at Double-A Corpus Christi, and he has recovered from his broken right ankle. Comment () | Share: Astros | Joe Thatcher financials Fri, 13 Feb 2015 10:41:19 -0800 Updating a previous item, Houston Astros RP Joe Thatcher will have a $1 million base salary this year with $1.3 million available in incentives. The contract also includes an opt out five days before spring training. Comment () | Share: Fri, 13 Feb 2015 09:50:55 -0800 Free-agent RP Joe Thatcher (Angels) signed a minor league deal with the Houston Astros Friday, Feb. 13. Comment () | Share: Astros | Roberto Hernandez to compete for rotation spot Thu, 12 Feb 2015 13:28:10 -0800 Houston Astros SP Roberto Hernandez will compete for a starting rotation spot in spring training with SPs Dan Straily, Alex White, Asher Wojciechowski, Samuel Deduno and Jake Buchanan, according to general manager Jeff Luhnow. Comment () | Share: Astros | Roberto Hernandez signed Thu, 12 Feb 2015 12:08:11 -0800 Free-agent SP Roberto Hernandez (Dodgers) has signed a minor league deal with the Houston Astros. The deal includes an invitation to spring training. Comment () | Share: Astros | HOU watches Barry Zito throw Wed, 11 Feb 2015 00:47:19 -0800 Free-agent SP Barry Zito (Giants) had Houston Astros scouts watching him throw at a showcase Tuesday, Feb. 10, but the Astros are considered long shots to sign him according to sources. Comment () | Share: Astros | Still talking with Jose Veras Mon, 02 Feb 2015 11:01:57 -0800 Free-agent RP Jose Veras (Astros) is talking to four teams, including the Houston Astros. Comment () | Share: Astros | Brad Peacock has shed 25 pounds Fri, 30 Jan 2015 14:48:57 -0800 Houston Astros SP Brad Peacock has lost 25 pounds. Comment () | Share: Astros | Linked to Kyle Kendrick Wed, 28 Jan 2015 10:25:55 -0800 Free-agent SP Kyle Kendrick (Phillies) has a suitor in the Houston Astros as they look for a back-end starting pitcher. Comment () | Share:  |
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