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Necessary Moves: Jason Castro, Houston Astros

Over the next 30 days, I’ll look at 30 players—one from each team—that I believe should be traded. Some will seem obvious, just as others will seem nonsensical. Some may also seem desperate, but it’s important to understand that this list is entirely subjective. A player can be deemed movable for any of the following reasons: production (or lack thereof), current and future team outlook, age, potential return value, salary, or even injury history.

Where do the Houston Astros go from here?

An unexpected 86-76 season, one in which they led the AL West the majority of the way, saw them not only make the playoffs, but take eventual champions Kansas City to the brink of elimination in the ALDS.