Becoming a Threat in the West: A Hoston Astros Franchise (MLB 15 The Show)

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House Rules and Settings
Rosters: Hybrid
Sliders: ItBeMe23's
162 Game Schedule
Hitting Difficulty: Veteran
Pitching Difficulty: All Star
Quick Counts: TBD

I will simulate up to the draft and play from there. The players that I select will resemble real life prospects.

-Unlimited Waiver Claims
-Unlimited waiver claims
-One major league signing (regular season)
-Two major league signings (offseason)
-Two trades (regular season)
-Three trades (offseason)
-One Rule 5 Draft Pick
-A trade resulting from a DFA is counted as a waiver claim, not a trade

Thanks to AC for the house rules.

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The Future is Bright In Houston

1. Carlos Correa, SS
Many people were surprised to see the Houston Astros select Carlos Correa with the first overall pick in the 2012 MLB draft. However, Correa has turned skeptics into believers, flying through the minors. In 2013, he led the Midwest League with a .872 OPS. His 2014 season was shortened due to a broken right fibula in late June. Carlos showcases terrific athleticism and can hit for contact and power. Size makes many scouts think he will eventually move to third, but for now he is safe at shortstop.
ETA: 2015

2. Mark Appel, RHP
Appel was chosen by the Pittsburgh Pirates in the 2012 Draft, but elected to return to Stanford for his senior season. The Astros picked him with the first overall pick in the 2013 MLB draft. Appel advanced all the way to Double-A Corpus Christi in his first full season of pro ball. His fastball can touch 98 mph. His changeup and slider are above-average secondary pitches. He has the potential to be a frontline starter.
ETA: 2015

3. Domingo Santana, OF
Santana was brought over from Philadelphia as part of the Hunter Pence trade in 2011. He has a lot of power, but also has a lot of swing and misses. He will need to cut down on strikeouts to make it to the big league.
ETA: 2016

4. Vincent Velasquez, RHP
The second best pitcher in Houston’s farm, Velasquez stands out because of his upside. His fastball sits in the mid 90s and his changeup gives him an above average secondary pitch. Durability is an issue. He will have to stay healthy to see the majors anytime soon.
ETA: 2017

5. Michael Feliz, RHP
Feliz’s contract with Oakland was voided due to a positive test for PEDs. The Astros gave him a second chance and he has capitalized. He appeared in the 2014 All-Star Futures Game and was added to the 40-man roster. His fastball can touch 98 mph. He has an above average slider. Command is an issue for Feliz, and he will need to improve it before advancing.
ETA: 2017

6. Brett Phillips, OF
Athletic is the word that scouts often use when describing Brett Phillips. Phillips was named Astros Minor League Player of the Year after posting a .905 OPS in Class A. Phillips is more than likely going to be a top of the order batter thanks to his speed and patience.
ETA: 2017

7. Colin Moran, 3B
Moran is a pure hitter that was acquired from Miami in exchange for Jarred Cosart. He is projected to become a solid Major Leaguer.
ETA: 2016

8. Teoscar Hernandez, OF
9. Josh Hader, LHP
10. Lance McCulers, RHP
11. Derek Fisher, OF
12. J.D. Davis, 3B
13. Tony Kemp, 2B
14. Preston Tucker, OF
15. Joe Musgrove, RHP
16. Max Stassi, C
17. Danry Vasquez, OF
18. Asher Wojciechowski, RHP
19. James Hoyt, RHP
20. Jacob Nottingham, C/1B
21. Brady Rodgers, RHP
22. Andrew Aplin, OF
23. Jandel Gustave, RHP

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25 Man Roster Named

2015 Houston Astros Opening Day Roster
#	PITCHERS	POS	B/T	AGE	HT	WT	SALARY
60	Dallas Keuchel	SP	L/L	27	6'3"	210	530K
31	Collin McHugh	SP	R/R	27	6'2"	190	510K
39	Brett Oberholtzer	SP	L/L	25	6'1"	225	510K
43	Lance McCullers	SP	L/R	21	6'2"	205	80K
56	Roberto H. Hernandez	SP	R/R	34	6'4"	230	2.6M
37	Pat Neshek	RP	S/R	34	6'3"	210	6.0M
29	Josh D. Fields	RP	R/R	29	6'0"	105	510K
36	Will Harris	RP	R/R	30	6'4"	225	510K
29	Tony Sipp	RP	L/L	31	6'0"	190	2.4M
50	Chad Qualls	RP	R/R	36	6'4"	235	3.0M
54	Joe Thatcher	RP	L/L	33	6'2"	230	1.0M
58	Jake Buchanan	RP	R/R	25	6'0"	225	510K
44	Luke Gregerson	CP	L/R	30	6'3"	200	6.1M
#	CATCHERS	POS	B/T	AGE	HT	WT	SALARY
15	Jason Castro	C	L/R	27	6'3"	215	4.0M
16	Hank Conger	C	S/R	27	6'3"	220	1.0M
#	INFIELDERS	POS	B/T	AGE	HT	WT	SALARY
23	Chris V. Carter	1B	R/R	28	6'4"	250	4.2M
27	Jose Altuve	2B	R/R	24	5'6"	165	3.5M
18	Luis Valbuena	3B	L/R	29	5'10"	200	4.2M
9	Marwin Gonzalez	SS	S/R	26	6'1"	205	1.1M
14	Jed Lowrie	SS	S/R	30	6'0"	180	7.3M
28	Colby Rasmus	LF	L/L	28	6'2"	195	8.0M
6	Jake Marisnick	CF	R/R	24	6'4"	220	510K
4	George Springer	RF	R/R	25	6'3"	215	510K
22	Preston Tucker	RF	L/L	24	6'0"	215	510K
#	DESIGNATED HITTER	POS	B/T	AGE	HT	WT	SALARY
11	Evan Gattis	LF	R/R	28	6'4"	260	530K

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