The MLB trade deadline can be a scary time for some organizations, even those as success as the Houston Astros. Last year, the Astros made a move at the deadline that looked somewhat foolish at the time — trading for Toronto Blue Jays starter Yusei Kikuchi — but that nightmare quickly turned into a dream scenario as the lefty helped lead Houston to the playoffs in 2024.
Sometimes, however, those deals backfire. Other times, it's the those trade that you don't make that come back to haunt you. What are three nightmare scenarios the Astros are hoping to avoid at this year's MLB trade deadline?