The Houston Astros need for a fifth starting pitcher has been largely overshadowed by Houston’s sign-stealing scandal, which took the MLB by storm over the offseason, but the need is still very prevalent.
Josh James is one of the contenders for the final starting spot in the Houston Astros rotation. James, a 6-foot-three righthander, can light up a radar gun with pitches reaching 100 mph, but his struggle with a command has prevented him from taking the next step as a major league pitcher.
This offseason James focused on improving his control.