Astros: Francis Martes and David Paulino have things to fix

Jun 14, 2017; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Astros starting pitcher Francis Martes (58) reacts after getting a strikeout during the fifth inning against the Texas Rangers at Minute Maid Park. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports
Jun 14, 2017; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Astros starting pitcher Francis Martes (58) reacts after getting a strikeout during the fifth inning against the Texas Rangers at Minute Maid Park. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports
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The Astros are looking to make deals.

Jun 14, 2017; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Astros starting pitcher Francis Martes (58) delivers a pitch during the second inning against the Texas Rangers at Minute Maid Park. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports
Jun 14, 2017; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Astros starting pitcher Francis Martes (58) delivers a pitch during the second inning against the Texas Rangers at Minute Maid Park. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports

As a first-place team in the American League West that is destined for a deep run in October. The Houston Astros are looking for any way to improve upon the roster they currently have. Whether it is depth to the bullpen or another ace-like starter for the rotation, the Astros have the prospects to make a major deal happen before the month of July is over.

When Astros fans talk about David Paulino and Francis Martes, it is usually in the context of a trade rumor or a potential deal. It is easy to forget that both young right-handers are making a difference for a playoff-bound team at the major league level. Whether or not they will be in an Astros uniform by the end of July, here is a look at how they have done so far this season.

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