Yes, the Houston Astros — notably A.J. Hinch — have done some incredible work in ensuring that they’ve properly staffed their pitching needs with each set they’ve faced throughout the season. No matter what the obstacle is, this team finds a way to win and luckily the staff hasn’t cost the team too many games.
The Houston Astros are using their bullpen heavily as the starters return to health and it has become the preferred option to prevent themselves to force to make a trade for a starting pitcher. It has worked so far and we’ll likely make through to the All-Star break with the current rotation that we have of Lance McCullers Jr.