Join Eric Huysman and Brett Chancey for the Locked On Astros podcast as they discuss all the news and notes from around spring camp with the Houston Astros and a few notes from Red Sox camp. Will Lance McCullers be a reliever? He speaks out about that and his new delivery. Even though the Astros aren't committing to Jose Altuve to the outfield yet, Mauricio Dubón could be a candidate to replace him at second. He is ready! Forrest Whitley is prepared to take the next step.
Can the Houston Astros maintain their dominance with recent roster changes? As spring training heats up, the Astros face pivotal decisions that could reshape their season. With Lance McCullers Jr. eyeing a comeback, his recovery and potential role are hot topics. Meanwhile, Jose Altuve's rumored shift to left field sparks debate on lineup dynamics. The departure of Alex Bregman to the Boston Red Sox adds another layer of intrigue, leaving fans questioning the Astros' strategy moving forward.
Eric and Brett break down these developments, offering insights into Forrest Whitley's bullpen prospects and the impact of young talents like Hunter Brown and Spencer Arrogetti. The episode teases discussions on the Astros' evolving strategy and the emotional impact of losing a key player like Bregman.
Tune in for an in-depth analysis of the Houston Astros' path to success and discover how these changes might influence their upcoming season.
0:00 Intro: Astros podcast back in action
5:33 Lance McCullers' mature approach to pitching
11:45 Zach Desenzo's potential role in outfield
16:39 Mauricio Dubon ready for second base opportunity
22:19 Outfield and bullpen situations remain fluid
28:05 Alex Bregman's departure and Red Sox contract
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