Houston Astros Spring Training: The Battle for Third Base

Feb 22, 2016; Kissimmee, FL, USA; Houston Astros infielder Luis Valbuena (18) prepares to take batting practice at Osceola County Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jonathan Dyer-USA TODAY Sports
Feb 22, 2016; Kissimmee, FL, USA; Houston Astros infielder Luis Valbuena (18) prepares to take batting practice at Osceola County Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jonathan Dyer-USA TODAY Sports
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Who will man the hot corner for the 2016 Houston Astros?

White and Kemmer photo credit to Rich Guill (@QCBanditPhotog)
White and Kemmer photo credit to Rich Guill (@QCBanditPhotog)

At first glance, the Houston Astros’ third base situation looks relatively predictable. Off-season acquisition Luis Valbuena brought solid defense and much-needed left-handed power into a formidable but predominately right-handed Astros lineup in 2015.

However, he will be a free agent after the 2016 season, and the Astros have some talented third base prospects that are itching to lock down the hot corner for the foreseeable future.

Let’s take a look at the Astros’ battle for third base.

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