In West Palm Beach, Florida, as Joe Espada kicked off his inaugural Astros spring training as manager, there was both certainty and uncertainty in the air. While Espada was clear about his choice for the closer role in 2024, uncertainty loomed over the availability of the team’s top starting pitcher for opening day. Justin Verlander, the veteran pitcher, revealed to …
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February 15, 2024