Jose Altuve likely to lead off for the Astros
by Jack Mannis | Astros Correspondent | Thu, Mar 25th 2:18pm EDT
According to manager Dusty Baker, 2B Jose Altuve is the favorite to be the leadoff man for the Astros this season. (Jake Kaplan on Twitter)
Fantasy Impact:
If the Astros recent spring training games have been any indication, it seems likely that Altuve will be leading off for the Astros this season. Last season, Altuve produced a stat line of .219/.286/.344, but saw his production increase in the postseason, slashing .375/.500/.729. Although Altuve's RBI and run potential takes a hit with this shift to the leadoff role, the Astros lineup still provides enough protection for Altuve to remain a valuable fantasy asset, assuming he bounces back from last season's struggles.
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