Hop over to Roster Resource at FanGraphs and the Astros' starting rotation depth chart is as follows: Justin Verlander, Framber Valdez, Cristian Javier, Hunter Brown, and J.P. France. José Urquidy and Bradon Bielak are listed as long relievers in the bullpen, which is entirely plausible. I can also envision a scenario where Dana Brown trades Urquidy — and his projected $3.5 million AAV — to help bolster the bullpen and possibly minimize the eventual CBT bill at the same time. Luis García and Lance McCullers Jr. are found on the projected IL. Both right-handers are expected back at some point in 2024, presumably closer to the season’s second half.
Taking Stock of the Astros’ Starting Rotation Depth
