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The Astros' front office points to resilience despite losing Kyle Tucker, with their GM Dana Brown asserting the team remains competitive. Plouffe and Chris Rose express skepticism about the accuracy of this assertion, noting that the current lineup struggles to excite fans.
Losing both Tucker and Alex Bregman significantly alters Houston's offensive capabilities, with questions surrounding the pitching rotation and potential upgrades still needed. The conversation surrounding possible deals, such as Nolan Arenado and Ryan Presley, indicates that the team needs to refocus to maintain competitive status amid emerging AL West rivals like the Texas Rangers.