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Opening day: Comparing 2013 and 2014 pitching
They say the game of baseball is all about pitching and defense. Enter your favorite “Rah roh George!” or “Houston, we’ve got a problem!” line here. There isn’t a marked difference from last April to this April. Still, though the edge may go to the 2014 rotation, it’s not a slam dunk. The primary difference is…
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2013 vs 2014 Infield: Turnip Ice Cream or Radish Sandwiches?
OK – a little truth in advertising here – I have been tasked with comparing the 2013 and 2014 Astros infield and catcher. The title I have chosen really only applies to the infield, not the catcher position, but I liked it so much I’m using it anyways. I never have heard of anyone eating turnip ice…
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Opening Day: Outfield and “No” field (or DH)
Yep, there’s going to be some changes in the outfield … unless you’re talking about Robbie Grossman, who was all over the outfield last year and will be starting this year. None of last year’s starters in the outfield will start in it this year. Though Chris Carter will be batting from the pine. Left…
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Astros’ lineups: A work in progress for 2014
BY CHIP BAILEY Bo Porter has his opening day lineup. Unless the trend changes from recent seasons, it will be the first of many this year. The important thing is that some of the changes and modifications coming this year would seem to be obvious. Timing should be the only question. And, if you believe…
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One for daveb: Let the Bo Porter discussion begin
BY DAN PESCHONG Our loyal blogmate daveb has been begging for a shot at talking about Bo Porter all off-season. Daveb – we write to serve here at chipalatta.com. It is difficult to judge managers when they do not have a lot to work with and the lot they do have is filled with inexperience.…
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Confessions and concessions of a long-time Astros’ fan
By Chip Bailey As the Astros get set to sail on what may seem like that well-known three-hour tour, some fans are ready to start bailing water from what some consider a sinking ship. This long-time fan and many others still believe in The Luhnow Plan and still wave the In Luhnow We Trust banner, but…
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The Swami’s Crystal Ball: Astros’ 2015 Spring Training
While waiting for the Astro’s 2014 Spring Training to resolve itself, I became a little bored with the proceedings. In the long run does DeLeon vs. Zeid, Harrell vs. Keuchel or Guzman vs. Krauss really matter? So, my imagination leapt forward to next season’s spring training session, when I was sure the seemingly eternal rebuilding program…
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Evil Crane and his “Igor” Luhnow Hatch Plot to Ruin Prospects
by Brian Todd So, here are the two options for the Astros: Jim Crane and Jeff Luhnow don’t care what their young players think of them or the organization. “Sign our contracts or sit in Oklahoma City until we have another year of control over your lives. And if you don’t like it, too bad.…
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