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Podcast: Locked On Astros - Daily Podcast On The Houston Astros
Episode: Who’s on Second? The Astros’ Infield Is More Complicated Than It Looks
Description: Who’s really on second base for the Astros moving forward? Joe Espada’s comments about José Altuve being the primary second baseman in 2026 — while also experimenting with him in left field in 2025 — raise bigger questions about Houston’s infield direction. We break down what Espada’s words actually signal and how much positional flexibility the Astros are building into their roster.We also discuss whether Isaac Paredes is a legitimate option at second base if the Astros choose not to trade an infielder, or if he’s better suited as a versatile, matchup-based piece. Plus, we map out how pla...