The Astros face a decision on whether to increase Yordan Alvarez's outfield appearances or seek an everyday left fielder after poor production from other options.
01Summary
- 01Houston's left fielders other than Yordan Alvarez posted a combined .580 OPS last season.
- 02Yordan Alvarez primarily served as designated hitter in 2024 but has experience in left field.
- 03The team must weigh Alvarez's defensive limitations against the offensive boost from his bat in the outfield.
- 04An alternative is acquiring a regular left fielder via trade or free agency to maintain lineup flexibility.
02Why it matters
The Astros need to optimize their lineup for 2025, and a decision on Alvarez's role could affect both offensive production and defensive stability.
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