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The Astros need one more pitcher to make a serious run to the WS. DeGrom would instantly be their ace and he would help a lot when they decrease the rotation for a playoff series. Pitching wins in the post-season.
They are out of luck to get a reliever from the Mets
I don't think Houston would trade one of their position players but that is what I would ask for! I want DeGrom to stay in NY. But, if he were to traded, I want guys in return who can hit for average and play good defense. We need a 1st, 2nd, catcher and an outfielder badly, maybe even a third baseman. Of course, a SS would be nice too
The Mets should be sellers but DeGrom is the last guy I want leaving, take Thor or Harvey first........
I think the Astros are balancing "win it this year" vs. let's be competitive for the next decade.
They have the 3rd best ERA in the AL and the best offense that maybe we've seen in a generation. I think it's a good enough team to win the WS as it currently stands. If Kuechel & McCullers are healthy in the post season, it's going to be a very difficult team to beat as is.
That being said, I think a left reliever is probably what they'll settle on.