Dana Brown's options for a left-handed bat could include an infielder or outfielder with possible return of Jose Altuve to second base.

The Astros are targeting two specific things at the trade deadline as they try to contend for another World Series.

But as Astros fans should know all too well, there is a major need for the team on July 31: a strong number three at starting pitcher. Lance McCullers Jr. is great and all, but the team has to draw the line with his injury-proneness at one point or another,