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(00:00):
Yesterday, hose A Erkety making arehab start, went four innings, which
was the goal. Through fifty ninepitches, did give up five runs for
earned overall. Over the reports yougot about Erkety's outing for Corpus CHRISTI,
yeah, the most encouraging thing isthat the velocity was ninety two to ninety
three for the most part. Thenit lowered it a little bit from ninety
one ninety three. So the armstrength is back, the velo's back,
(00:23):
And the most important news is afterthe adding he felt great, and so
you know, we think he's onhis way to being back here right at
the end of the month. Sohe's on schedule one more rehabs start for
Arkety. Yeah, it looks likeit's gonna be one more and then we
could see him here in Houston andwithther Kety is the hope obviously to still
(00:44):
keep him as a starter or couldhe be somebody who pitches out of the
bullpen. Well, it depends onhow these guys are throwing. Yeah,
you know, you know, wegot Raghetti today say, if he has
another good start, you know,we could decide to start him off in
the pin gradually work him in thatway. We have some options, which
is great. So we have optionsand that's that's that's options in depth.
(01:07):
That's always a good thing. Andspeaking of options, chas McCormick giving you
another option here again soon coming backfrom the hamstring injury, played in yesterday's
ball game and has been playing forCorpus Christy now for for the last few
days. Could we see him backtomorrow. Yeah, he's probably ready.
He's good to go, and sothere's a good chance he could be back
here tomorrow. It's gonna be Joe'sdiscussion to put him in a lineup,
(01:30):
but ultimately he could be definitely backhere tomorrow, which is a good good
thing. So with McCormick returning hopefullyeminently, you have Chaz McCormick, you
have Joey low Perfido, you haveJake Myers, all guys who can play
center field, Mauricio Dubon. Itkind of creates a bit of a logjam
in terms of playing time, butprobably one of those good problems to have.
(01:52):
Absolutely it's good to have for centerfielders on one team that's actually pretty
special. But ultimately, you know, we'll have to make a roster move
that point when McCormick comes back,you know, so we'll make that decision
as we get there. But someone'sgonna have to go down to Triple with
Joey little Perfito, it seems likewhenever he gets in there, he gets
(02:12):
a hit, he does something offensively. And you know, Joe has been
working to try and get him inthe lineup, which has been tricky at
times even with Chas McCormick out overthe last couple of weeks or so.
With a young player like low Perfito, is him just getting at bats the
most important thing, whether it's hereor at Triple A. Yeah, he
needs to get at bats and heneeds to learn how to cut down on
the strikeouts. And so we wouldn'tlet him sit here and sit on the
(02:38):
bench. I mean, he's gonnahave to play four times a week for
the most part, you know,at least minimum of three times a week,
and if he's helping us win gamesin those three times a week,
then we'll probably keep him around.But ultimately you want him to get some
at bats and learn how to layoff certain pitches so he can cut a
strikeout right down. It's got achance to be a really good player.
(02:59):
Though it's excited to watch. Themakeup's great and he's a gamer. And
speaking of outfielders, I mentioned JakeMyers and what he's been able to do
offensively, I mean in ops aroundeight hundred. And I know you made
it very clear this offseason that youknow, Jake Myers is going to get
an opportunity. We're not giving upon Jake Myers, and it looks like
your faith in him has been rewardedso far. Yeah, every time he
(03:22):
gets a hit, I go gethim, Jake, get him. So
I'm all excited. He's actually playingvery well right now. And I'm happy
for him because what happens is whenyou go through this thing in your career
and you get an opportunity and allof a sudden, you get that opportunity
and you're producing. It's kind ofexciting to watch. And that's really rewarding
(03:43):
for everyone, the team, thefans. You know, he's been doing
a good job, man. Imean then the home run the other night,
you know, both and Pina hitthose home runs, and you know,
we end up pulling that game out, which was big, and so
it's just rewarding to see Jake playso well and we know that defense has
been there all along. We'll havemore of the Astros Channel manager Dana Brown
(04:03):
right after this, the Honda Prologue, A Court Hybrid and CRV Hybrid are
redefining the future of electrifying performance.With forward thinking technology and sophisticated design.
These vehicles are leading the charge toa more efficient tomorrow. But the one
thing that launches us to the frontlines of innovation is the spirit of determination
that powers on every stride. Experiencean electrified future with Honda, KVB dot
(04:25):
COM's best value brand of twenty twentythree. Visit your local gritter Houston Honda
Dealers for great deals on all models. Official sponsor of the Houston Astros based
on twenty twenty three brand in matWorse Fromkelly boobok as a KVDB dot Com
from our information. Goodwill Houston isproud to step up to the plate and
change lives through the power of work. When you donate your rgently used items
and shop in one of our stores, you are helping to fund free programs
(04:47):
that provide job training, education,and career opportunities for your fellow Houstonians.
To learn more about our mission,visit Goodwill Houston dot Org. Hey,
honey, I'm just gonna go tothe den real quick to get my laptop.
(05:09):
I'll be right back. Wow,that's a serious foundation problem. I'm
sure the ol' shan man has asolution we can help. With over eighty
years of experience, Old Shan canassess the problem and find the right solution.
Call ol Shann at seven one threetwo two three, nineteen hundred.
(05:30):
When it comes to solving foundation problems, there's only Old Shan. The MLB
Ballpark App will complete your next visitto your favorite ballpark. Buy and manage
game tickets, redeem offers, access, exclusive content, and much more.
Download the MLB Ballpark App today.We'll be back with bour of astro Lauts
right after this. If you've beenwaiting for the greatest matchress sale of all
(05:51):
time to buy you a new TemperVidic mattress, wait no more. Save
up for one thousand dollars off solike Temper Vtic matches and adjustments right now.
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to twelve hundred dollars off Simmons VeryRest Batches selects, adjust moth Races,
buy your Simmons Beauty rest, buyyour Jim Free Magic, Early Memorial,
(06:13):
super Sel saved Money, invest ofall, sleep great, goodnight. Ever're
back with the action. Coke zerosugar might be the best coke ever.
That's right, Jim. With anirresistible taste and zero sugar, Coke zero
sugar is a must try for anysports fan. So make sure you wait,
Jim, I didn't mean try itright now. We're still in the
(06:36):
air. Best coke ever. Takea taste, Jen, Really no,
not right now, Jen, We'vegot a game to call Lenning. A
business comes with pressure, remote workforces, HR compliance containing top talent, you
(06:57):
start to feel box ten. Fortunatelythere's inspirity. They put thirty plus years
of HR service and technology to work, offering my employees' competitive benefit options while
lightening my HR load. Instead ofobstacles, I'm surrounded by people empowered to
be their best. With conspiraty,nothing seems impossible. Inspirity HR that makes
(07:18):
a difference. Introducing Waterburger's new BaconSteakhouse double with creamy steak sauce, crispy
fried onions, age cheddar, andcrunchy bacon this is a special occasion Burger.
But what is a special occasion?A day at the park that's special?
Your Friday meeting getting canceled, specialuninterrupted alone time spent with your innermost
(07:39):
thoughts swirling through your consciousness. Sure, why not? Any occasion can be
a special occasion with the Bacon Steakhousedouble available only at Waterburger for a limited
time and welcome back once again,joined by Astros general manager Dana Brown.
Jose Abreu got option on May first. He's been down in West Palm Beach
and he's played in the last coupleof days the Florida Complex League Rookie Ball
(08:03):
played yesterday and also played on onFriday, So obviously a good sign at
Jose Ah, pray you. Yeah. The good thing is we just talked
to Jeff Bagwell last night. Itwas me Joe right before the game,
Me, Joe Aspata and Jeff Bagwell. We had a conversation because Jeff was
down there working with him for acouple of days. I know he's been
down there working with Renee and soultimately he's doing, you know, doing
(08:24):
well, making some adjustments. There'sa chance we could see him back for
the Oakland series. We're gonna givehim a few more games, either down
there or maybe potentially in Triple A. Get him two games and you know,
travel the off day up to Oaklandand maybe we'll see him back on
Friday. But you know, he'smaking some adjustments and that's a good thing.
(08:48):
Bagwell gave a really good report onhim. He's starting to get his
hands loaded. His timing is back, and we'd like to see him play
a little bit more and really finetune it with jose A pray you how
important is it for him, whetherit's Florida, whether it's a Triple A,
to see velocity so you can getan idea of that timing. Yeah,
you have to see velocity because youknow, when you get back here
(09:09):
at the big league level, you'regoing to see every pitch that comes across
home played. For the most part, if it's the fastball, it's ninety
to one hundred and two, Soyou know that's some velocity for you.
So ultimately, you're gonna have tohave your time in to hit the fastball,
and if you can't the fastball,you're gonna have problems up here.
And that's always been a thing,So you know, hopefully his time in
(09:30):
his back, we'll get a chanceto see him in a few more games
and then we'll gradually ease them in. I think Joe has a plan to
gradually ease him in. You know, We've been very fortunate that Singleton has
been a pretty good replacement for him, and at some point I could see
there's like start off as a platoontype thing and you know, just to
see how it goes. Renel Blancogot the suspension this past week, the
(09:54):
sticky substance check, and that's anautomatic ten game suspension. He's eligible to
come back from that suspension a weekfrom today, when the Astros wrap up
a series in Oakland. Is itsafe to say Blanco, if all goes
well, will start on Sunday nextSunday against Oakland. Yeah, for the
most part. I mean, we'llwe'll have to see how he's doing,
you know, with his his outingshere, Like we'll give him some you
(10:16):
know, live vps and different thingslike that. But for the most part,
he'll get back in there as soonas we can get him back in
there. He's been one of ourbest starters all year and so we need
him back, you know, veryunfortunate. You know, I thought,
you know, it's an umpire's judgment. Uh we felt that. Uh you
know, it was a heavy sweatand rosin and so. But it's unfortunate
that, you know, we losthim. But you know we respect the
(10:39):
the umpire's judgment. I mean,they that's what they do. They do
it all year. We just happento disagree with it, you know.
Him and his agent decided, look, well we're not gonna fight this.
We'll just take the suspension so Ican get back sooner. Sometimes if you
fight it, you appeal it,it takes a little longer. You won't
get another start, and then youmiss two starts instead of one start. So
Yesterday, hose A Erkety making arehab start, went four innings, which
was the goal. Through fifty ninepitches, did give up five runs for
earned overall. Over the reports yougot about Erkety's outing for Corpus CHRISTI,
yeah, the most encouraging thing isthat the velocity was ninety two to ninety
three for the most part. Thenit lowered it a little bit from ninety
one ninety three. So the armstrength is back, the velo's back,
(00:23):
And the most important news is afterthe adding he felt great, and so
you know, we think he's onhis way to being back here right at
the end of the month. Sohe's on schedule one more rehabs start for
Arkety. Yeah, it looks likeit's gonna be one more and then we
could see him here in Houston andwithther Kety is the hope obviously to still
(00:44):
keep him as a starter or couldhe be somebody who pitches out of the
bullpen. Well, it depends onhow these guys are throwing. Yeah,
you know, you know, wegot Raghetti today say, if he has
another good start, you know,we could decide to start him off in
the pin gradually work him in thatway. We have some options, which
is great. So we have optionsand that's that's that's options in depth.
(01:07):
That's always a good thing. Andspeaking of options, chas McCormick giving you
another option here again soon coming backfrom the hamstring injury, played in yesterday's
ball game and has been playing forCorpus Christy now for for the last few
days. Could we see him backtomorrow. Yeah, he's probably ready.
He's good to go, and sothere's a good chance he could be back
here tomorrow. It's gonna be Joe'sdiscussion to put him in a lineup,
(01:30):
but ultimately he could be definitely backhere tomorrow, which is a good good
thing. So with McCormick returning hopefullyeminently, you have Chaz McCormick, you
have Joey low Perfido, you haveJake Myers, all guys who can play
center field, Mauricio Dubon. Itkind of creates a bit of a logjam
in terms of playing time, butprobably one of those good problems to have.
(01:52):
Absolutely it's good to have for centerfielders on one team that's actually pretty
special. But ultimately, you know, we'll have to make a roster move
that point when McCormick comes back,you know, so we'll make that decision
as we get there. But someone'sgonna have to go down to Triple with
Joey little Perfito, it seems likewhenever he gets in there, he gets
(02:12):
a hit, he does something offensively. And you know, Joe has been
working to try and get him inthe lineup, which has been tricky at
times even with Chas McCormick out overthe last couple of weeks or so.
With a young player like low Perfito, is him just getting at bats the
most important thing, whether it's hereor at Triple A. Yeah, he
needs to get at bats and heneeds to learn how to cut down on
the strikeouts. And so we wouldn'tlet him sit here and sit on the
(02:38):
bench. I mean, he's gonnahave to play four times a week for
the most part, you know,at least minimum of three times a week,
and if he's helping us win gamesin those three times a week,
then we'll probably keep him around.But ultimately you want him to get some
at bats and learn how to layoff certain pitches so he can cut a
strikeout right down. It's got achance to be a really good player.
(02:59):
Though it's excited to watch. Themakeup's great and he's a gamer. And
speaking of outfielders, I mentioned JakeMyers and what he's been able to do
offensively, I mean in ops aroundeight hundred. And I know you made
it very clear this offseason that youknow, Jake Myers is going to get
an opportunity. We're not giving upon Jake Myers, and it looks like
your faith in him has been rewardedso far. Yeah, every time he
(03:22):
gets a hit, I go gethim, Jake, get him. So
I'm all excited. He's actually playingvery well right now. And I'm happy
for him because what happens is whenyou go through this thing in your career
and you get an opportunity and allof a sudden, you get that opportunity
and you're producing. It's kind ofexciting to watch. And that's really rewarding
(03:43):
for everyone, the team, thefans. You know, he's been doing
a good job, man. Imean then the home run the other night,
you know, both and Pina hitthose home runs, and you know,
we end up pulling that game out, which was big, and so
it's just rewarding to see Jake playso well and we know that defense has
been there all along. We'll havemore of the Astros Channel manager Dana Brown
(04:03):
right after this, the Honda Prologue, A Court Hybrid and CRV Hybrid are
redefining the future of electrifying performance.With forward thinking technology and sophisticated design.
These vehicles are leading the charge toa more efficient tomorrow. But the one
thing that launches us to the frontlines of innovation is the spirit of determination
that powers on every stride. Experiencean electrified future with Honda, KVB dot
(04:25):
COM's best value brand of twenty twentythree. Visit your local gritter Houston Honda
Dealers for great deals on all models. Official sponsor of the Houston Astros based
on twenty twenty three brand in matWorse Fromkelly boobok as a KVDB dot Com
from our information. Goodwill Houston isproud to step up to the plate and
change lives through the power of work. When you donate your rgently used items
and shop in one of our stores, you are helping to fund free programs
(04:47):
that provide job training, education,and career opportunities for your fellow Houstonians.
To learn more about our mission,visit Goodwill Houston dot Org. Hey,
honey, I'm just gonna go tothe den real quick to get my laptop.
(05:09):
I'll be right back. Wow,that's a serious foundation problem. I'm
sure the ol' shan man has asolution we can help. With over eighty
years of experience, Old Shan canassess the problem and find the right solution.
Call ol Shann at seven one threetwo two three, nineteen hundred.
(05:30):
When it comes to solving foundation problems, there's only Old Shan. The MLB
Ballpark App will complete your next visitto your favorite ballpark. Buy and manage
game tickets, redeem offers, access, exclusive content, and much more.
Download the MLB Ballpark App today.We'll be back with bour of astro Lauts
right after this. If you've beenwaiting for the greatest matchress sale of all
(05:51):
time to buy you a new TemperVidic mattress, wait no more. Save
up for one thousand dollars off solike Temper Vtic matches and adjustments right now.
Galleys Uns Early Memorial Day Super sailOn Simmons Verity Rest batchiss Save up
to twelve hundred dollars off Simmons VeryRest Batches selects, adjust moth Races,
buy your Simmons Beauty rest, buyyour Jim Free Magic, Early Memorial,
(06:13):
super Sel saved Money, invest ofall, sleep great, goodnight. Ever're
back with the action. Coke zerosugar might be the best coke ever.
That's right, Jim. With anirresistible taste and zero sugar, Coke zero
sugar is a must try for anysports fan. So make sure you wait,
Jim, I didn't mean try itright now. We're still in the
(06:36):
air. Best coke ever. Takea taste, Jen, Really no,
not right now, Jen, We'vegot a game to call Lenning. A
business comes with pressure, remote workforces, HR compliance containing top talent, you
(06:57):
start to feel box ten. Fortunatelythere's inspirity. They put thirty plus years
of HR service and technology to work, offering my employees' competitive benefit options while
lightening my HR load. Instead ofobstacles, I'm surrounded by people empowered to
be their best. With conspiraty,nothing seems impossible. Inspirity HR that makes
(07:18):
a difference. Introducing Waterburger's new BaconSteakhouse double with creamy steak sauce, crispy
fried onions, age cheddar, andcrunchy bacon this is a special occasion Burger.
But what is a special occasion?A day at the park that's special?
Your Friday meeting getting canceled, specialuninterrupted alone time spent with your innermost
(07:39):
thoughts swirling through your consciousness. Sure, why not? Any occasion can be
a special occasion with the Bacon Steakhousedouble available only at Waterburger for a limited
time and welcome back once again,joined by Astros general manager Dana Brown.
Jose Abreu got option on May first. He's been down in West Palm Beach
and he's played in the last coupleof days the Florida Complex League Rookie Ball
(08:03):
played yesterday and also played on onFriday, So obviously a good sign at
Jose Ah, pray you. Yeah. The good thing is we just talked
to Jeff Bagwell last night. Itwas me Joe right before the game,
Me, Joe Aspata and Jeff Bagwell. We had a conversation because Jeff was
down there working with him for acouple of days. I know he's been
down there working with Renee and soultimately he's doing, you know, doing
(08:24):
well, making some adjustments. There'sa chance we could see him back for
the Oakland series. We're gonna givehim a few more games, either down
there or maybe potentially in Triple A. Get him two games and you know,
travel the off day up to Oaklandand maybe we'll see him back on
Friday. But you know, he'smaking some adjustments and that's a good thing.
(08:48):
Bagwell gave a really good report onhim. He's starting to get his
hands loaded. His timing is back, and we'd like to see him play
a little bit more and really finetune it with jose A pray you how
important is it for him, whetherit's Florida, whether it's a Triple A,
to see velocity so you can getan idea of that timing. Yeah,
you have to see velocity because youknow, when you get back here
(09:09):
at the big league level, you'regoing to see every pitch that comes across
home played. For the most part, if it's the fastball, it's ninety
to one hundred and two, Soyou know that's some velocity for you.
So ultimately, you're gonna have tohave your time in to hit the fastball,
and if you can't the fastball,you're gonna have problems up here.
And that's always been a thing,So you know, hopefully his time in
(09:30):
his back, we'll get a chanceto see him in a few more games
and then we'll gradually ease them in. I think Joe has a plan to
gradually ease him in. You know, We've been very fortunate that Singleton has
been a pretty good replacement for him, and at some point I could see
there's like start off as a platoontype thing and you know, just to
see how it goes. Renel Blancogot the suspension this past week, the
(09:54):
sticky substance check, and that's anautomatic ten game suspension. He's eligible to
come back from that suspension a weekfrom today, when the Astros wrap up
a series in Oakland. Is itsafe to say Blanco, if all goes
well, will start on Sunday nextSunday against Oakland. Yeah, for the
most part. I mean, we'llwe'll have to see how he's doing,
you know, with his his outingshere, Like we'll give him some you
(10:16):
know, live vps and different thingslike that. But for the most part,
he'll get back in there as soonas we can get him back in
there. He's been one of ourbest starters all year and so we need
him back, you know, veryunfortunate. You know, I thought,
you know, it's an umpire's judgment. Uh we felt that. Uh you
know, it was a heavy sweatand rosin and so. But it's unfortunate
that, you know, we losthim. But you know we respect the
(10:39):
the umpire's judgment. I mean,they that's what they do. They do
it all year. We just happento disagree with it, you know.
Him and his agent decided, look, well we're not gonna fight this.
We'll just take the suspension so Ican get back sooner. Sometimes if you
fight it, you appeal it,it takes a little longer. You won't
get another start, and then youmiss two starts instead of one start. So
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