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Podcast: Locked On Astros - Daily Podcast On The Houston Astros
Episode: HOT TAKE: Will Yordan Alvarez PLAY More Left Field? Astros’ Roster WAR Heats Up Spring Training
Description: Houston Astros face tough roster battles as Yordan Alvarez gets scratched from left field after a rain delay, reigniting debates about his outfield vs. DH role. Can the coaching staff balance health concerns with maximizing Alvarez’s impact, and will Isaac Paredes carve out an everyday lineup spot? Brett Chancey and Eric Huysman unpack the shifting team strategy, highlighting Espada’s comments and the implications for the Astros’ offensive power.
Spring training heats up as Taylor Trammell, Bryce Matthews, and Ryan Weiss surge for roster spots, while Lance McCullers Jr.’s place in the rotation remains uncertain despite...