Astros: Projecting Yuli Gurriel’s Future with Houston

HOUSTON, TEXAS - AUGUST 16: Yuli Gurriel #10 of the Houston Astros bats in the first inning against the Seattle Mariners at Minute Maid Park on August 16, 2020 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Tim Warner/Getty Images)

As the 2021 baseball season is underway, the Houston Astros front office will likely have some tough decisions for beyond this year. The biggest decision for GM James Click will be deciding on a long-term contract for Carlos Correa, but it’s worth keeping track of another key Astro player – first baseman Yuli Gurriel.

The right-hander enters this season 37-years-old and in his sixth year with the club. He is currently on a one-year contract worth $6.5 million, with a club option…