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 available While a LH bat is wanted, the Astros appear to be most interested in obtaining offense of any kind.