The Astros don’t have a first baseman for 2023. After the World Series, Yuli Gurriel became a free agent, leaving a huge hole at first base. In the next few weeks or months, the Astros front office must decide what to do. Fortunately, there have been some clues for us outside their thinking.
Reportedly, the Astros were pushing to acquire veteran Anthony Rizzo but he ended up re-signing with the Yankees. After that, according to The Athletic, the Astros set their sights on José Abreu and Gurriel. So, it seems there’s a good chance to see one of them playing first base for Houston next season.