Reflecting on Astros Options at the Deadline

Houston GM Dana Btown talks with coaches before a game at Daikin Park. Troy Taormina-Imagn Images With less than a week remaining before the mid-season trade deadline, we are getting close to decision time. Due to the massive number of injuries this year, the Astros have more need for reinforcements than at prior mid-season deadlines. But the Astros also have fewer good options and available resources than previous seasons—with obstacles like a depleted farm system and the approaching Competitive Balance Tax threshold.

The latest comment from GM Dana Brown indicates that he is prioritizing acquistion of a bat. They are willing to take either an outfield or infield bat, depending on what is…