Following Josh Hader’s introductory press conference, Dana Brown made it clear that the Astros could use another left-handed bat to help bolster the roster. An outfielder was noted as the preferred position for this bat, with at least some speed being a possible prerequisite.
Dana Brown on maybe adding a LH bat: "If we could somehow get a left-handed bat, preferably an outfielder with some speed, that type of package we'll pounce on it. Make no mistake, our club is really good."
— Brian McTaggart (@brianmctaggart) January 22, 2024
Considering how the club’s player payroll is nearing the second threshold of $257 million, it didn’t seem like Brown was hinting at a big splash, notably Cody Bellinger, who does fit the earlier description.