Carlos Lee

(.276 avg) or Michael Bourn (41 SB)Lance Berkman 1B (.312 avg, 29 HR, 106 RBI, 46 doubles, 114 runs)Carlos Lee LF (.314 avg, 28 HR, 100 RBIHunter Pence RF (.269 avg, 25 HR, 83 RBI, 34 doubles)Miguel Tejada SS (.283 avg, 66 RBI, 38 doubles) Geoff Blum/Aaron Boone 3B (Blum drove in 53 runs and hit .242 vs. RHP...Boone hit .275 vs. LHP)Humberto Quintero C (sadly his .226 avg is the best option, he did hit .273 vs. LHP)

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The Astros badly need to Tejada to become the some semblance run producer that he once was. Carlos Lee and Lance Berkman will carry the load of the offense this season as they did last, however, they need the help. Last year Houston ranked ranked 13th in the National League in runs scored despite Lee and Berkman both driving in over 100 runs. Newly acquired leadoff hitter Michael Bourn and second year outfielder Hunter Pence (returning from injury) should provide excellent table setters. If Tejada can regain some of his offensive prowess, the Astros lineup could become one of more powerful in the league. Unfortunately for Houston, Tejada’s body seems to be breaking down and off the field distractions, which includes the possibility of him losing his green card in light of the federal investigation, will probably lead to another down year.

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flops.  Enjoy!1B Albert Pujols2B Chase Utlery3B David WrightSS Hanley RamirezC Geovany SotoOF Carlos LeeOF Alfonso SorianoOF Matt HolidaySP Johan SantanaSP Roy OswaltSP Jake PeavyCLOSER Billy Wagner or Bob Howry or Kerry Wood

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