Astros Expected to Make Surprising Decision at MLB Trade Deadline
Summary
The Houston Astros are currently below .500 but remain in contention in the American League West. Instead of trading key players, the team plans to add new ones, especially to improve their bullpen and lineup, before the August 3 trade deadline.Key Facts
- The Astros have a 36-42 win-loss record and are in fourth place in their division.
- They are three games behind the first-place Seattle Mariners.
- The team has no plans to trade shortstop Jeremy Peña or first baseman Christian Walker.
- The Astros want to strengthen their bullpen (relief pitchers) and add a left-handed outfielder.
- They recently traded relief pitcher Jayden Murray to the Chicago Cubs for Double-A first baseman Cameron Sisneros.
- Houston’s bullpen is ranked 23rd in the league with a 4.60 ERA (earned run average).
- The Astros aim to make aggressive moves to improve their chances of reaching the postseason.
- The American League West is a competitive division, with only the Mariners having a winning record.
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