2009 MLB Preview: #24 Houston Astros
Click Here to see Previews of all 30 MLB Teams
Offseason Movement: The ‘Stros signed Aaron Boone in the offseason, but he recently announced that he’s scheduled to undergo open heart surgery and therefore his season, if not his career, is over. Houston also added pitchers Mike Hampton and Clay Hensley, as well as outfielder Jason Michaels and shortstop Jason Smith.
Top Prospect: Jason Castro, C
The 21-year old catcher was the first of five draft selections for Houston in 2008. Castro has flashed good plate discipline and if he develops, could add power to an already above-average bat. He probably won’t blow anyone away defensively, but he’s more than adequate behind the dish and should make a solid overall player in the future.
Follow the Scores Report editors on Twitter @clevelandteams and @bullzeyedotcom.
Comments Off on 2009 MLB Preview: #24 Houston Astros
Posted in: MLB
Tags: 2009 MLB Predictions, 2009 MLB Preview, 2009 MLB Team Previews, Brandon Backe, Carlos Lee, Hunter Pence, Jason Castro, Jose Capellan, Jose Valverde, Kazuo Matsui, Lance Berkman, Michael Bourn, Mike Hampton, MLB Preview 2009, Roy Oswalt, Russ Ortiz, Wandy Rodriguez