If or when the Astros qualify for the postseason — 90% odds following Friday’s loss — I am not particularly concerned about seeing Maurcio Dubón patrolling center field even if Justin Verlander is on the mound. Other than an injury to one or both of Chas McCormick and Jake Meyers, Dubón’s role is firmly situated as the backup infielder, primarily to Jose Altuve. But Dusty Baker has preferred having Dubón in center field in the regular season last year and this year when Verlander starts for some reason or another. It didn’t make much sense then and still doesn’t now, especially with a healthy Meyers on the roster.
Lineup Falls Flat, Astros Lose 2-0 To Mariners
