Astros Weigh Blubaugh's Trade Value
Houston holds a rare trade chip in a depleted farm system, but can they afford to ship innings when they're trying to win now?
AJ Blubaugh has become the most coveted asset in the Houston Astros' depleted farm system, presenting general manager Dana Brown with a critical decision point as the trade deadline looms. 36 ERA, establishing himself as a workhorse out of the Houston bullpen. Despite his heavy workload, Blubaugh possesses five years of remaining club control and still has options left, making him an exceptionally rare commodity for a franchise lacking high-end minor league depth.
