How Often Will Yordan Alvarez Play Left Field, Plus Astros 6th Starter & Paredes Role

The Houston Astros are already facing major lineup and rotation questions early in camp. On today’s episode of Locked On Astros, we break down how often Yordan Alvarez will actually play left field, whether Jose Altuve could see time out there again, and what Isaac Paredes’ role looks like — including whether he could miss the Opening Day lineup.

We also dive into the Astros’ six-man rotation plans and debate whether the final spot comes down to Lance McCullers Jr. vs. Ryan Weiss, or if a dark horse like AJ Blubaugh or Peter Lambert could factor in. Plus, how roster rules and injuries could impact decisions involving Nate Pearson and Rule 5 pick Roddery Muñoz.

Are the Astros prioritizing flexibility over certainty in 2026? We discuss what Joe Espada’s comments really mean and how last season’s lessons are shaping this year’s approach.

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