The Astros answer may not be ready for the job just yet.
While many Major League clubs seem to have a notable face at first base, the Astros seem to be looking for “their guy.” Yuli Gurriel is heading into the third year of his five-year contract and is currently injured. A.J. Reed cannot seem to put it all together. J.D. Davis might get a shot this year, and Tyler White is pushing for an opportunity.
But what about long-term? Gurriel turns 34 this year, so the odds that he remains an entrenched fixture for the Astros are slim.