Astros in Fantasy: What to Watch for in Week One

Mar 6, 2017; West Palm Beach, FL, USA; Houston Astros left fielder Josh Reddick (22) bats against the Boston Red Sox at The Ballpark of the Palm Beaches. Mandatory Credit: Jasen Vinlove-USA TODAY Sports
Mar 6, 2017; West Palm Beach, FL, USA; Houston Astros left fielder Josh Reddick (22) bats against the Boston Red Sox at The Ballpark of the Palm Beaches. Mandatory Credit: Jasen Vinlove-USA TODAY Sports
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Sep 13, 2016; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Astros relief pitcher Ken Giles (53) pitches against the Texas Rangers in the ninth inning at Minute Maid Park. Texas won 3 to 2 . Mandatory Credit: Thomas B. Shea-USA TODAY Sports

Ken Giles‘ Usage

For Giles, the question is mostly how Hinch uses him. He had a solid, though unspectacular spring, but he pitched in the fifth inning against the Cubs on Friday. Granted, that was an exhibition game, but Giles’ fantasy value hinges on saves. If he doesn’t get the vast majority of the team’s save opportunities, his stock plummets.

With a deep bullpen, Hinch may exercise more flexibility in regards to when he brings a certain pitcher into the game. If Giles gets the save opportunities, he will be fine. If those chances are shared, Giles moves into the draft bust territory.

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