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Astros Season Rewind: The Evolution of Evan Gattis

As the 2016 season rolled around, the evolution of Evan Gattis saw a converted left fielder take on the catcher role to provide much needed depth behind the plate.

Providing a ton of power for the Astros in his inaugural season with the Astros in 2015, Evan Gattis gave the heart of the order 27 homeruns, 11 triples(!) and 88 RBI’s, surrounded by the likes of Carlos Correa and Colby Rasmus.

Gattis had a career high 27 home runs in 2015 and finished 3rd in the AL in triples with 11. Also had 88 RBIs for the Astros

— Joshua Koch (@jokoch09) February 16, 2016

For the 2016 Houston Astros, starting off the season was a struggle for everyone.