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February 6, 2013
Could Tyler Greene Start at Shortstop?
The trade of Jed Lowrie has opened up a position battle at Shortstop. Former first-round draft pick Tyler Greene is one of three contenders for the position, but does he have what it takes to stand out among his competition?
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February 5, 2013
Astros Heading In The Right Direction After Trade
Not a home run move, but a solid move in the right direction
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February 5, 2013
Looking At What Chris Carter Brings To The Astros
Astros fans are abuzz over the additions of Brad Peacock and Max Stassi, and rightfully so, but here's a look at Chris Carter, a player who may fit the classic "change of scenery" profile.
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February 5, 2013
A Look At Newly Acquired C Prospect Max Stassi
The acquisition of Max Stassi gives the Astros a quality catching prospect with upside, which is one of the few areas that this revamped system was still lacking in. Stassi possesses strong defensive skills behind the plate with offensive potential as well, but has been slowed by injuries in his professional career up to this point.
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February 5, 2013
A look at newly acquired RHP Brad Peacock
Newly acquired Brad Peacock will join his third team in as many seasons this year. During that time frame Peacock has experienced extreme highs and lows. He put himself on the map with an impressive 2011 campaign where he started in AA-ball and ended in the majors all while posting solid numbers. He was not able to build on that success last season and posted a 6.01 ERA at the AAA level. Still he represents an intriguing pitching prospect for the Astros as he possesses the best strikeout numbers in the higher minors among Astros pitchers.
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February 5, 2013
Podcast: Analyzing The Jed Lowrie Trade
Reacting to the trade with Oakland Athletics that netted the Astros Chris Carter, Brad Peacock and Max Stassi for Jed Lowrie and Fernando Rodriguez.
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February 5, 2013
The Interwebs React To The Lowrie Trade
Keith Law, Jeff Sullivan and Rob Neyer all weigh in on the Astros trade of Jed Lowrie to the A's
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February 4, 2013
PODCAST: Reacting To The Jed Lowrie Trade
The Houston Astros have traded Jed Lowrie and Fernando Rodriguez to the Oakland Athletics for first basemen Chris Carter and two prospects, right-handed pitcher Brad Peacock and catcher Max Stassi and we're reacting in audio form.
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February 4, 2013
TCB Staff Reacts Jed Lowrie Trade
Some of our staff's quick reactions to the trade of the talented shortstop to Oakland.
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February 4, 2013
F-Rod Leaves Houston's Bullpen: Good or Bad News?
Even though he was pretty awful last season, there were enough indicators that Fernando Rodriguez could bounce back next season and be a valuable part of Houston's bullpen. Until he was traded to Oakland, that is.
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February 4, 2013
Could Jake Elmore start at shortstop?
After seeing what Marwin Gonzalez could provide at short, we look at Jake Elmore and ask the same question: could he fill in full-time for Jed Lowrie?
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February 4, 2013
Did Luhnow Deal Lowrie At The Right Time?
All winter, we discussed the shallow shortstop market and what that meant for Jed Lowrie. Finally, we saw what he was worth, but did the timing work?
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February 4, 2013
Lowrie Traded to Oakland
Jed Lowrie is finally shipped to Oakland as part of a deal that was rumored for weeks. Coming to Houston are first baseman Chris Carter, right-handed pitcher Brad Peacock and catcher Max Stassi.
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January 31, 2013
Could Marwin Gonzalez Start at Shortstop?
Let's say Houston needs a new starter by injury or by trade. Could Marwin Gonzalez start there?