As we approach spring training, we have a better idea of the roster options. Let’s take another look at the projections for Astros players. We now have pre-season projections for both Steamer and ZIPS on the fangraphs roster resources.
Team Splits
I have written previously about the Astros’ need for a LHB outfielder. After the trade of Kyle Tucker, the batting order doesn’t have enough LHBs, which leads to an imbalanced composition of LH and RH bats. To assess how the projection systems view the Astros’ 2025 splits against LHP and RHP, I calculated team OPS based on Steamer’s playing time assumptions against LH and RH pitchers.