Towles and Castro vie for Astros starting catcher
Astros spring training pits Jason Castro and J.R. Towles against each other for the top catching job with Humberto Quintero backing up. GM Ed Wade says evaluative focus includes hitting, arm strength, game management, and pitcher rapport as Towles and Castro push for the role.
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Unclear Baseball Schedule Through June Across Cities
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Berkman Eyes Bounce Back With Astros In 2010
Berkman remains the Astros key player as the franchise overhauls its roster and manager. The veteran first baseman, 34, had a down 2009 with a .274 average 25 homers and 80 RBIs, the lowest in his 11 year career, and enters the final guaranteed year of an $85 million deal with an $2 million buyout option for 2011.
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