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Houston Astros 2026 Betting Preview: Starting Pitching, Bullpen, and Offensive Outlook
The Houston Astros had a disappointing 2025 season and their win total is slightly down to 86.5 for 2026. Dave Ross and Jensen Lewis analyze Houston’s roster, starting rotation, and lineup questions for the upcoming season:
Rotation concerns: Hunter Brown leads, with Mike Burrows and Tatsuya Imai added, but injuries and depth remain a concern.
Bullpen issues: Josh Hader opens on the IL, Bryan Abreu moves to closer, and the rest of the bullpen faces uncertainty.
Offensive questions: With Kyle Tucker and Alex Bregman gone, Jose Altuve aging at 36, Carlos Correa dealing with back issues, and…
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