Hey, I know the Astros’ biggest needs are found in their outfield and their bullpen. But in a 162-game regular season, you can’t forget about the starting rotation, especially if you are loaded with young arms and, probably, won’t have Justin Verlander around in 2021.
After most starters needed to work only for 60-70 innings during the 2020 shortened season, they’ll need to go the regular 180-250 episodes in 2021. That will open the door for injuries, underperformance, and absences. That’s why the Astros need the depth they don’t have now.
Let’s take a look at the following five options.