Brian Murray

Brian Murray

I have been an avid Braves fan since 1990 and enjoy sharing my opinions and insights with other fans.

LAKELAND, FL - FEBRUARY 24: Cy Sneed #67 of the Houston Astros pitches during the Spring Training game against the Detroit Tigers at Publix Field at Joker Marchant Stadium on February 24, 2020 in Lakeland, Florida. The Astros defeated the Tigers 11-1. (Photo by Mark Cunningham/MLB Photos via Getty Images)

Astros: Prospect pitcher Cy Sneed quietly having a good spring

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LAKELAND, FL - FEBRUARY 24: Bryan Abreu #66 of the Houston Astros pitches during the Spring Training game against the Detroit Tigers at Publix Field at Joker Marchant Stadium on February 24, 2020 in Lakeland, Florida. The Astros defeated the Tigers 11-1. (Photo by Mark Cunningham/MLB Photos via Getty Images)

Astros: Bryan Abreu is making a strong case to make the starting rotation

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Astros: Myles Straw may just take over as the starting right fielder

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JUPITER, FL - MARCH 3: Teammates congratulate Dustin Garneau #13 of the Houston Astros after he hit a home run against the St Louis Cardinals during a spring training game at Roger Dean Chevrolet Stadium on March 3, 2020 in Jupiter, Florida. (Photo by Joel Auerbach/Getty Images)

Astros: Dustin Garneau has been a pleasant surprise this spring

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WEST PALM BEACH, FLORIDA - FEBRUARY 23: Kyle Tucker #30 of the Houston Astros at bat against the Washington Nationals during a Grapefruit League spring training game at FITTEAM Ballpark of The Palm Beaches on February 23, 2020 in West Palm Beach, Florida. (Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images)

Astros: Kyle Tucker is at a pivotal point of his career in Houston

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WEST PALM BEACH, FLORIDA - FEBRUARY 13: Josh James #39 of the Houston Astros looks on during a team workout at FITTEAM Ballpark of The Palm Beaches on February 13, 2020 in West Palm Beach, Florida. (Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images)

Astros: Zack Greinke and Josh James have impressive outings

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WEST PALM BEACH, FLORIDA - FEBRUARY 23: Drew Ferguson #77 of the Houston Astros at bat against the Washington Nationals during a Grapefruit League spring training game at FITTEAM Ballpark of The Palm Beaches on February 23, 2020 in West Palm Beach, Florida. (Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images)

Astros: Drew Ferguson is a talented prospect lost in the crowd

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WEST PALM BEACH, FLORIDA - FEBRUARY 23: Jose Urquidy #65 of the Houston Astros looks on against the Washington Nationals during a Grapefruit League spring training game at FITTEAM Ballpark of The Palm Beaches on February 23, 2020 in West Palm Beach, Florida. (Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images)

Astros: Austin Pruitt, Jose Urquidy, and Forrest Whitley make spring debuts

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Astros: Myles Straw should be utilized more in 2020 strategy

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KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI - SEPTEMBER 14: Bryan Abreu #66 of the Houston Astros throws in the ninth inning against the Kansas City Royals at Kauffman Stadium on September 14, 2019 in Kansas City, Missouri. (Photo by John Sleezer/Getty Images)

Astros: Pitching prospect Bryan Abreu deserves a roster spot

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WEST PALM BEACH, FLORIDA - FEBRUARY 23: Framber Valdez #59 of the Houston Astros delivers a pitch in the first inning against the Washington Nationals of a Grapefruit League spring training game at FITTEAM Ballpark of The Palm Beaches on February 23, 2020 in West Palm Beach, Florida. (Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images)

Astros: Framber Valdez looked sharp in 2-1 loss to Nationals

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MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN - APRIL 10: Jose Altuve #27 of Houston Astros rests his hat and glove in the dugout before the game against the Milwaukee Brewers at Miller Park on April 10, 2016 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. (Photo by Dylan Buell/Getty Images)

Astros: Prospect Taylor Jones possibly Houston’s next first baseman

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WEST PALM BEACH, FLORIDA - FEBRUARY 13: Blake Taylor #62 of the Houston Astros fields a ground ball in a drill during a team workout at FITTEAM Ballpark of The Palm Beaches on February 13, 2020 in West Palm Beach, Florida. (Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images)

Astros: Pitcher Blake Taylor a dark horse candidate to make the roster

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Houston Astros, Jose Urquidy (Photo by Patrick Smith/Getty Images)

Astros: The young arms may be the key to a successful season

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Houston Astros, George Springer (Photo by Bob Levey/Getty Images)

Astros: Can George Springer and new GM James Click agree on extension?

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WEST PALM BEACH, FLORIDA - FEBRUARY 13: Josh James #39 of the Houston Astros looks on during a team workout at FITTEAM Ballpark of The Palm Beaches on February 13, 2020 in West Palm Beach, Florida. (Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images)

Astros: Josh James given another shot to join starting rotation

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