Pitchers and catcher report soon, but teams are still trying to solidify their rosters. Chris Cwik and R.J. White break down the latest trade between the Athletics and Astros, and discuss the teams' strategies.
- From the beginning: We start by looking at the Athletics. How does Jed Lowrie impact the team going forward, and what does the move mean for Jemile Weeks?
- 5:00: How can the Athletics contend again this season?
- 8:20: Did Houston get enough for Jed Lowrie? How does the move fit their rebuild?
- 11:26: We break down Chris Carter's skill set, and talk about whether he’s the type of player the Astros should be utilizing.
- 16:40: The other major-league ready guy in the deal was Brad Peacock. Where will he fit into Houston’s plans?
- 21:00: Max Stassi has already been dubbed the “wild card” of the deal. What does that mean?
- 23:15: We discuss the rebuilding process of the Astros, and whether they have put themselves in a good position thus far.
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This episode runs just a little under 32 minutes.
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