By Flashnews 
The Houston Astros are entering a pivotal offseason with multiple critical decisions following their early exit from the 2024 playoffs. Their seven-year streak of reaching the American League Championship Series ended with a sweep by the Detroit Tigers in the Wild Card Series, highlighting areas where the Astros
The Houston Astros are heading into an offseason filled with significant decisions following their elimination from the 2024 postseason. After being swept by the Detroit Tigers in the AL Wild Card Series, marking the end of their seven-year streak of reaching the AL Championship Series, the Astros are now evaluating their roster and future strategy.
One of the key issues is the potential departure of third baseman Alex Bregman, who is set to enter free agency. Bregman, a crucial part of the Astros’ success, has indicated interest in staying with the team, but he may receive competitive offers from other franchises. Re-signing him would likely require a significant financial commitment, possibly surpassing the six-year, $151 million contract Matt Chapman received from the Giants, which would be the largest in Astros’ history.
Other offseason considerations include the composition of their pitching staff and outfield. While the Astros are expected to retain core players like Jose Altuve, Yordan Alvarez, Kyle Tucker, and Jeremy Peña, there are questions about their outfield alignment and depth. This includes potential decisions on players such as Jake Meyers and Chas McCormick, and whether they need additional strength at left field.
The Astros will aim to address these questions to remain competitive in the AL West for 2025, focusing on strengthening areas where depth is currently uncertain. As Houston’s offseason unfolds, fans will be watching closely to see how the team manages both roster stability and necessary enhancements to position itself for another playoff run.