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Post by Saint on May 10, 2019 7:58:28 GMT -6
23-15
1st in the division (4 games up)
3rd in the league (1.5 games back)
2nd in run differential (+49)
.605 winning percentage (on pace for 98 wins)
Team OPS+: 127
Team ERA+: 116
Verlander vs. Lynn
They showed a stat yesterday, that if the season ended right now, the Astros would have the highest OPS+ as a team in baseball history (127). That's pretty impressive, especially when you think about the fact that Altuve is well below his normal (126) at only 114 so far. And the last five years he's averaged 142.
Verlander goes for win #6 (210 of his career). Which again, wins do matter to him still. Hopefully we give him some early run support and let him settle in. His worst start of the year so far was against TEX when he gave up 4 ER in only 4 IP. He looked better against them the next time. He is currently on pace for a 21-4 record with 256 Ks in 213 IP and a 2.86 ERA.
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Post by unionstation82 on May 10, 2019 8:03:15 GMT -6
There was an article that debated whether or not this year’s team was better than ‘17. What do you think?
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Post by Saint on May 10, 2019 8:15:46 GMT -6
I think position player wise, this is currently the best team we've ever had. I think pitching-wise, it's not as good as last year from a starters standpoint, but I think the bullpen is better than what we started with.
I think even if we stay healthy, it wouldn't hurt for us to dig in our pockets and go get another badass veteran starter for the postseason. That would push Peacock or McHugh back to the bullpen and improve the depth there. If another veteran reliever was available for not a horrible price, I'd say go for it.
I think we should be relatively all in on this year because I think our chances for another WS become a lot less after this season if you look at our pitching situation.
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Post by thomasj13 on May 10, 2019 8:29:14 GMT -6
I think position player wise, this is currently the best team we've ever had. I think pitching-wise, it's not as good as last year from a starters standpoint, but I think the bullpen is better than what we started with. I think even if we stay healthy, it wouldn't hurt for us to dig in our pockets and go get another badass veteran starter for the postseason. That would push Peacock or McHugh back to the bullpen and improve the depth there. If another veteran reliever was available for not a horrible price, I'd say go for it. I think we should be relatively all in on this year because I think our chances for another WS become a lot less after this season if you look at our pitching situation. I have tunnel vision for Bumgarner, so the Astros can greatly increase their chances in advancing in the playoffs. Also in hopes if Cole doesn't re-sign here, then maybe Bumgarner might....either one of them staying in 2020 would keep the Astros a favorite to be playoff contender next year. |
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Post by Saint on May 10, 2019 8:30:15 GMT -6
I think position player wise, this is currently the best team we've ever had. I think pitching-wise, it's not as good as last year from a starters standpoint, but I think the bullpen is better than what we started with. I think even if we stay healthy, it wouldn't hurt for us to dig in our pockets and go get another badass veteran starter for the postseason. That would push Peacock or McHugh back to the bullpen and improve the depth there. If another veteran reliever was available for not a horrible price, I'd say go for it. I think we should be relatively all in on this year because I think our chances for another WS become a lot less after this season if you look at our pitching situation. I have tunnel vision for Bumgarner, so the Astros can greatly increase their chances in advancing in the playoffs. Also in hopes if Cole doesn't re-sign here, then maybe Bumgarner might....either one of them staying in 2020 would keep the Astros a favorite to be playoff contender next year. Having a dominant postseason veteran like him would be a huge bonus. |
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Post by thomasj13 on May 10, 2019 8:33:45 GMT -6
I have tunnel vision for Bumgarner, so the Astros can greatly increase their chances in advancing in the playoffs. Also in hopes if Cole doesn't re-sign here, then maybe Bumgarner might....either one of them staying in 2020 would keep the Astros a favorite to be playoff contender next year. Having a dominant postseason veteran like him would be a huge bonus. I think a package of Bukuakas + two other top 20 players could land him. |
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Post by Saint on May 10, 2019 8:37:58 GMT -6
Having a dominant postseason veteran like him would be a huge bonus. I think a package of Bukuakas + two other top 20 players could land him. And maybe not even quite that much if he doesn't step up his performance. |
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Post by unionstation82 on May 10, 2019 8:41:34 GMT -6
I think position player wise, this is currently the best team we've ever had. I think pitching-wise, it's not as good as last year from a starters standpoint, but I think the bullpen is better than what we started with. I think even if we stay healthy, it wouldn't hurt for us to dig in our pockets and go get another badass veteran starter for the postseason. That would push Peacock or McHugh back to the bullpen and improve the depth there. If another veteran reliever was available for not a horrible price, I'd say go for it. I think we should be relatively all in on this year because I think our chances for another WS become a lot less after this season if you look at our pitching situation. If Altuve comes back out of hiding, this offense will definitely top the other. The pitching is definitely worse. |
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Post by Saint on May 10, 2019 8:46:32 GMT -6
I think position player wise, this is currently the best team we've ever had. I think pitching-wise, it's not as good as last year from a starters standpoint, but I think the bullpen is better than what we started with. I think even if we stay healthy, it wouldn't hurt for us to dig in our pockets and go get another badass veteran starter for the postseason. That would push Peacock or McHugh back to the bullpen and improve the depth there. If another veteran reliever was available for not a horrible price, I'd say go for it. I think we should be relatively all in on this year because I think our chances for another WS become a lot less after this season if you look at our pitching situation. If Altuve comes back out of hiding, this offense will definitely top the other. The pitching is definitely worse. Yup. Miley has been effective at replacing Keuchel (although I don't think we can expect him to eat as many innings), but we have not gotten close to replacing Morton's production yet. Altuve narrowly missed a HR his first AB and just got under the ball a little too much his 2nd AB, plus he worked a walk and almost beat out an infield single later. I probably shouldn't get my hopes up, but I had a more positive feeling about him yesterday. On the other hand though, Chirinos will NOT continue to be this effective, and I'd be surprised if we didn't see some regression from Springer. He's good, but he's not this rate all year good, if that makes sense. |
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Post by bearbryant on May 10, 2019 9:18:00 GMT -6
I think position player wise, this is currently the best team we've ever had. I think pitching-wise, it's not as good as last year from a starters standpoint, but I think the bullpen is better than what we started with. I think even if we stay healthy, it wouldn't hurt for us to dig in our pockets and go get another badass veteran starter for the postseason. That would push Peacock or McHugh back to the bullpen and improve the depth there. If another veteran reliever was available for not a horrible price, I'd say go for it. |
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Post by marshall on May 10, 2019 9:38:38 GMT -6
I seriously doubt we'll have everyone hitting on all cylinders for more than a handful of games. As long as we have 5 or 6 hitting, we'll be winning. I grew up where we won or lost on the first 5 guys in the lineup. If a couple are in slumps at any given time, we can handle it. We just don't want all or most of them slumping at the same time and especially not in the post season.
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Post by abregmanfan on May 10, 2019 9:52:14 GMT -6
I think position player wise, this is currently the best team we've ever had. I think pitching-wise, it's not as good as last year from a starters standpoint, but I think the bullpen is better than what we started with. I think even if we stay healthy, it wouldn't hurt for us to dig in our pockets and go get another badass veteran starter for the postseason. That would push Peacock or McHugh back to the bullpen and improve the depth there. If another veteran reliever was available for not a horrible price, I'd say go for it. Giles? Lol |
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Post by Saint on May 10, 2019 9:55:42 GMT -6
I'm more interested in the Blue Jays' bullpen pieces at the moment than their starters Giles? Lol Hey he's actually been really good this year so far. He could likely end up being their lone all-star. |
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Post by sempersmom on May 10, 2019 10:05:16 GMT -6
I'm spending the weekend in Rockport. I'll need you guys to hold down the fort while I'm gone. GO ASTROS!!!
P.S. Be good and cheer on the team. No hate.
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Post by marshall on May 10, 2019 10:49:12 GMT -6
I'm spending the weekend in Rockport. I'll need you guys to hold down the fort while I'm gone. GO ASTROS!!! P.S. Be good and cheer on the team. No hate. Lovely sentiments, but you're asking too much. |
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Post by sempersmom on May 10, 2019 11:21:44 GMT -6
I'm spending the weekend in Rockport. I'll need you guys to hold down the fort while I'm gone. GO ASTROS!!! P.S. Be good and cheer on the team. No hate. Lovely sentiments, but you're asking too much. I know but it's worth a try. |
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Post by bearbryant on May 10, 2019 11:28:19 GMT -6
I'm more interested in the Blue Jays' bullpen pieces at the moment than their starters Giles? Lol  |
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Post by blcoach8 on May 10, 2019 12:25:12 GMT -6
I think position player wise, this is currently the best team we've ever had. I think pitching-wise, it's not as good as last year from a starters standpoint, but I think the bullpen is better than what we started with. I think even if we stay healthy, it wouldn't hurt for us to dig in our pockets and go get another badass veteran starter for the postseason. That would push Peacock or McHugh back to the bullpen and improve the depth there. If another veteran reliever was available for not a horrible price, I'd say go for it. I think we should be relatively all in on this year because I think our chances for another WS become a lot less after this season if you look at our pitching situation. We will not make the WS with our current pitching staff. |
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Post by abregmanfan on May 10, 2019 12:30:08 GMT -6
I think position player wise, this is currently the best team we've ever had. I think pitching-wise, it's not as good as last year from a starters standpoint, but I think the bullpen is better than what we started with. I think even if we stay healthy, it wouldn't hurt for us to dig in our pockets and go get another badass veteran starter for the postseason. That would push Peacock or McHugh back to the bullpen and improve the depth there. If another veteran reliever was available for not a horrible price, I'd say go for it. I think we should be relatively all in on this year because I think our chances for another WS become a lot less after this season if you look at our pitching situation. We will not make the WS with our current pitching staff. Agreed. |
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Post by Saint on May 10, 2019 12:30:34 GMT -6
I think position player wise, this is currently the best team we've ever had. I think pitching-wise, it's not as good as last year from a starters standpoint, but I think the bullpen is better than what we started with. I think even if we stay healthy, it wouldn't hurt for us to dig in our pockets and go get another badass veteran starter for the postseason. That would push Peacock or McHugh back to the bullpen and improve the depth there. If another veteran reliever was available for not a horrible price, I'd say go for it. I think we should be relatively all in on this year because I think our chances for another WS become a lot less after this season if you look at our pitching situation. We will not make the WS with our current pitching staff. We have the 2nd best team ERA in the AL right now. I think our pitching needs for this year are vastly exaggerated. After this year...yeah, we could have a problem. edit: And we have the best BAA in all of baseball at the moment. |
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Post by bannedfan on May 10, 2019 14:24:03 GMT -6
Reddick’s new profile pic on Twitter....
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Post by Saint on May 10, 2019 14:25:30 GMT -6
I'm finally going to the game tonight (first of the year) so with my luck they'll probably get their asses handed to them.
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Post by unionstation82 on May 10, 2019 14:40:16 GMT -6
Alright, Astros, this is the third time you’ve won the first game from the Rangers this season. Win a series this time.
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Post by bannedfan on May 10, 2019 17:57:21 GMT -6
Let’s make it 3 in a row with another W tonight.
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Post by bannedfan on May 10, 2019 18:09:20 GMT -6
Mariners are losing again, 4-0, at Boston in the 3rd.
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Post by Saint on May 10, 2019 18:32:06 GMT -6
Altuve hurt. f***.
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Post by bannedfan on May 10, 2019 18:34:04 GMT -6
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Post by Saint on May 10, 2019 18:36:24 GMT -6
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Post by bannedfan on May 10, 2019 18:40:16 GMT -6
Looked like his hamstring. See you next week Altuve.
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Post by Saint on May 10, 2019 18:44:53 GMT -6
Hopefully that's all it is.
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