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Houston Astros: Rob Manfred’s latest comments won’t change stance

The Houston Astros are just days from beginning their Spring Training season with the opener of the Grapefruit League play this Saturday, Feb. 22. It’s time for us to start talking about the roster battles, how this team will remain competitive in the AL West as well as the weaknesses that the team needs to address before the start of the season.

Yes, there are certainly a few holes on the pitching front — like lefties depth — but the positional player’s rotation is pretty much set for this season and beyond as well. Most of those guys like Jose Altuve and Alex Bregman are on long-term deals.