Houston Astros Clubhouse
Monday, 8/13/2010
Team Stats & Info
Manager: Justindeep Brar
Record: 68 Wins, 49 Losses, .581 Winning Pct.
Home Record: 33 Wins, 25 Losses
Away Record: 35 Wins, 24 Losses
1 Run Games Record: 21 Wins, 16 Losses
X-Innings Record: 7 Wins, 7 Losses
Record vs LHP: 11 Wins, 14 Losses
Record vs RHP: 57 Wins, 35 Losses
Payroll: $63,344,998 (15th)
Fan Interest: 88/100 (4th)
Batting AVG: .270 (19th)
Homeruns: 141 (7th)
Walks: 378 (13th)
Stolen Bases: 117 (19th)
Runs Scored: 588 (19th)

Pitching ERA: 3.79 (2nd)
Opponents AVG: .248 (2nd)
HRs Allowed: 92 (6th)
Walks Allowed: 391 (19th)
Runs Allowed: 497 (2nd)
Reports & News
Batting Stats
Pitching Stats
Fielding Stats
Ratings Report
Top Prospects
Minor Leagues
Coaching Staff
Salary Report
Financial Report
Financial History
Team History
Team News
Major Transaction News
All Transaction News
Injury News
Player Development
Active Roster
Player#PosBirthdayBatsThrowsAVGHRRBISBOPS 
CATCHERS           
J.R. Towles10C 12/7/1985RightRight.29683421.799 
Mike Rabelo95C 1/17/1980BothRight.3101114.775 
INFIELDER           
Michael Cuddyer51B3/27/1979RightRight.2638383.782 
Ian Kinsler832B6/22/1982RightRight.287186918.834 
Edgar Renteria3SS8/7/1975RightRight.320124628.847 
Freddy Sanchez123B12/21/1977RightRight.2010113.518 
Mark Teixeira233B4/11/1980BothRight.28428721.976 
Delwyn Young132B6/30/1982BothRight.261252.690 
Kendry Morales171B6/20/1983BothRight.26915624.776 
OUTFIELDER           
Raul Ibanez28RF6/2/1972LeftRight.27518774.807 
Juan Rivera53RF4/3/1978RightRight.28011501.800 
Andre Ethier16CF2/28/1983LeftLeft.313146412.852 
Terrmel Sledge48LF3/18/1977LeftLeft.259299.693 
Player#RoleBirthdayBatsThrowsERAWLSWHIP 
STARTERS           
Doug Slaten45SP2/4/1980LeftLeft4.367701.34 
Tom Gorzelanny30SP7/12/1982BothLeft4.176801.30 
Jon Switzer48SP8/13/1979LeftLeft6.750002.44 
Chris Young49SP5/25/1979RightRight3.6812801.21 
Chris Bootcheck16SP10/24/1978RightRight3.459501.26 
RELIEVERS           
Chad Cordero32MR3/18/1982RightRight4.102521.68 
Geoff Geary56MR8/26/1976RightRight6.051021.55 
Jeremy Accardo43MR12/8/1981RightRight3.388231.38 
Jason Bulger46MR6/21/1980RightRight5.583111.43 
J.J. Putz21MR2/22/1977RightRight2.7854200.96 
Jose Valverde47MR7/24/1979RightRight3.305201.10 
Joe Nathan36MR11/22/1974RightRight2.501251.02 
Tired Position Players
Injuries & Disabled List
PlayerStatusRecovery TimeTime on DL leftDiagnosis
Michael MorrisonOUT3 weeks1 daysFractured Hand
Benjamin AndujarDay-to-Day (80%)4 weeks0 daysPulled Rotator Cuff Muscle
Chris BootcheckDay-to-Day (85%)6 weeks0 daysPulled Bicep Muscle
Walter RobergeOUT3 days0 daysSore Back
Lineups
LINEUP VS RHPPos
1) R J. TowlesC
2) R E. RenteriaSS
3) S M. Teixeira3B
4) L R. IbanezLF
5) R J. RiveraRF
6) L A. EthierCF
7) R I. Kinsler2B
8) S K. Morales1B
9)
LINEUP VS RHP+DHPos
1) R J. TowlesC
2) R E. RenteriaSS
3) S M. Teixeira3B
4) L R. IbanezDH
5) R J. RiveraRF
6) L A. EthierCF
7) R I. Kinsler2B
8) S K. Morales1B
9) S D. YoungLF
LINEUP VS LHPPos
1) R J. TowlesC
2) R E. RenteriaSS
3) S M. Teixeira3B
4) R M. CuddyerLF
5) R J. RiveraRF
6) L A. EthierCF
7) R I. Kinsler2B
8) S K. Morales1B
9)
LINEUP VS LHP+DHPos
1) R J. TowlesC
2) R F. Sanchez3B
3) S M. TeixeiraDH
4) R M. CuddyerLF
5) R J. RiveraRF
6) R E. RenteriaSS
7) L A. EthierCF
8) R I. Kinsler2B
9) S K. Morales1B
Pitching Staff
Starting Rotation
1) R C. Young
2) R C. Bootcheck
3) L T. Gorzelanny
4) L D. Slaten
5) L J. Switzer
Mopup Reliever
1) R J. Bulger
2) R G. Geary

Middle Reliever
1) R J. Nathan
2) R J. Valverde
3) R C. Cordero
4)
Setup Reliever
1) R J. Accardo
2)

Closer
1) R J. Putz
E-Mail Messages
Date: Wednesday, 1/31/2010
Subject: Fan Reaction
Hello Boss,
Our fans are shocked that you did not keep Darin Erstad on the team!
The overall fan interest almost crashed!

Sincerly,
Your PR Director



Date: Wednesday, 1/31/2010
Subject: Pedro Colon defected and enters league.
33 year old Catcher Pedro Colon defected from Cuba and is now
available as a free agent.

Regards,
League Commissioner



Date: Wednesday, 1/31/2010
Subject: Fernando Alvarez defected and enters league.
34 year old Catcher Fernando Alvarez defected from Cuba and is now
available as a free agent.

Regards,
League Commissioner



Date: Wednesday, 1/31/2010
Subject: Contract offer
FYI- Baltimore has offered me a better contract!
They offer more than you can even dream about!

Regards,
Vladimir Guerrero



Date: Wednesday, 1/31/2010
Subject: Your offer sounds good
I have to admit that I like your offer.
So far, it's the best one I've received.

Regards,
Doug Slaten



Date: Wednesday, 1/31/2010
Subject: Contract offer
FYI- Pittsburgh has offered me a better contract!
They offer more than you can even dream about!

Regards,
Alexis Rios



Date: Wednesday, 1/31/2010
Subject: Contract offer
You have to be kidding me with your offer.
Offer more money or I will not even think about it.

Regards,
Ben Molina



Date: Wednesday, 1/31/2010
Subject: Your offer sounds good
I have to admit that I like your offer.
So far, it's the best one I've received.

Regards,
Edgar Renteria



Date: Wednesday, 1/31/2010
Subject: Your offer sounds good
I have to admit that I like your offer.
So far, it's the best one I've received.

Regards,
Jack Wilson



Date: Wednesday, 1/31/2010
Subject: Contract offer
You have to be kidding me with your offer.
Offer more money or I will not even think about it.

Regards,
Aubrey Huff



Date: Wednesday, 1/31/2010
Subject: Contract offer
You have to be kidding me with your offer.
Offer more money or I will not even think about it.

Regards,
Luis A. Gonzalez



Date: Wednesday, 1/31/2010
Subject: Your offer sounds good
I have to admit that I like your offer.
So far, it's the best one I've received.

Regards,
Michael Cuddyer



Date: Wednesday, 1/31/2010
Subject: Contract offer
You have to be kidding me with your offer.
Offer more money or I will not even think about it.

Regards,
Jake Westbrook



Date: Wednesday, 1/31/2010
Subject: Contract offer
FYI- Los Angeles (N) has offered me a better contract!
They offer a little more money.

Regards,
Ryan Dempster



Date: Wednesday, 1/31/2010
Subject: Your offer sounds good
I have to admit that I like your offer.
So far, it's the best one I've received.

Regards,
Chad Cordero



Date: Wednesday, 1/31/2010
Subject: Contract offer
FYI- Los Angeles (N) has offered me a better contract!
They offer a decent amount more money.

Regards,
Horacio Ramirez



Date: Wednesday, 1/31/2010
Subject: Contract offer
FYI- Oakland has offered me a better contract!
They offer a BIG amount of money!

Regards,
Brian Fuentes



Date: Wednesday, 1/31/2010
Subject: Contract offer
FYI- Los Angeles (N) has offered me a better contract!
They offer a BIG amount of money!

Regards,
Rafael Betancourt



Date: Wednesday, 1/31/2010
Subject: Contract offer
You have to be kidding me with your offer.
Offer more money or I will not even think about it.

Regards,
Matt Guerrier



Date: Wednesday, 1/31/2010
Subject: Contract offer
You have to be kidding me with your offer.
Offer more money or I will not even think about it.

Regards,
Jeremy Affeldt



Date: Wednesday, 1/31/2010
Subject: Contract offer
FYI- Los Angeles (N) has offered me a better contract!
They offer more years.

Regards,
Brandon Lyon



Date: Wednesday, 1/31/2010
Subject: Your offer sounds good
I have to admit that I like your offer.
So far, it's the best one I've received.

Regards,
Casey Janssen



Date: Wednesday, 1/31/2010
Subject: Your offer sounds good
I have to admit that I like your offer.
So far, it's the best one I've received.

Regards,
Cla Meredith



Date: Thursday, 2/1/2010
Subject: I'll sign elsewhere
Sorry, Los Angeles (N) has made the best overall offer.
I'll sign with them. Good luck this season!

Regards,
Aubrey Huff



Date: Friday, 2/2/2010
Subject: I'll sign elsewhere
Sorry, Seattle has made the best overall offer.
I'll sign with them. Good luck this season!

Regards,
Luis A. Gonzalez



Date: Friday, 2/2/2010
Subject: Thank you, I'll sign!
Your contract offer is really what I'm looking for.
I'm looking forward to playing with Houston!

Regards,
Michael Cuddyer



Date: Friday, 2/2/2010
Subject: I'll sign elsewhere
Sorry, Seattle has made the best overall offer.
I'll sign with them. Good luck this season!

Regards,
Jake Westbrook



Date: Friday, 2/2/2010
Subject: I'll sign elsewhere
Sorry, Los Angeles (N) has made the best overall offer.
I'll sign with them. Good luck this season!

Regards,
Brandon Lyon



Date: Saturday, 2/3/2010
Subject: Thank you, I'll sign!
Your contract offer is really what I'm looking for.
I'm looking forward to playing with Houston!

Regards,
Doug Slaten



Date: Saturday, 2/3/2010
Subject: I'll sign elsewhere
Sorry, Pittsburgh has made the best overall offer.
I'll sign with them. Good luck this season!

Regards,
Alexis Rios



Date: Saturday, 2/3/2010
Subject: Thank you, I'll sign!
Your contract offer is really what I'm looking for.
I'm looking forward to playing with Houston!

Regards,
Chad Cordero



Date: Saturday, 2/3/2010
Subject: I'll sign elsewhere
Sorry, Oakland has made the best overall offer.
I'll sign with them. Good luck this season!

Regards,
Brian Fuentes



Date: Sunday, 2/4/2010
Subject: Disappointed
I have to say that I am VERY disappointed!
That's not the way business is done.
I will not talk to you anymore.

Jack Wilson



Date: Sunday, 2/4/2010
Subject: Disappointed
I have to say that I am VERY disappointed!
That's not the way business is done.
I will not talk to you anymore.

Jack Wilson



Date: Sunday, 2/4/2010
Subject: Disappointed
I have to say that I am VERY disappointed!
That's not the way business is done.
I will not talk to you anymore.

Jack Wilson



Date: Sunday, 2/4/2010
Subject: Disappointed
I have to say that I am VERY disappointed!
That's not the way business is done.
I will not talk to you anymore.

Jack Wilson



Date: Sunday, 2/4/2010
Subject: Contract offer
FYI- I still prefer the offer from Baltimore.
They offer more years.

Regards,
Vladimir Guerrero



Date: Sunday, 2/4/2010
Subject: Your offer sounds good
I have to admit that I like your offer.
So far, it's the best one I've received.

Regards,
Terrmel Sledge



Date: Sunday, 2/4/2010
Subject: Contract offer
FYI- New York (A) has offered me a better contract!
They offer considerable more money.

Regards,
Casey McGehee



Date: Sunday, 2/4/2010
Subject: I'll sign elsewhere
Sorry, Los Angeles (N) has made the best overall offer.
I'll sign with them. Good luck this season!

Regards,
Ryan Dempster



Date: Sunday, 2/4/2010
Subject: Your offer sounds good
I have to admit that I like your offer.
So far, it's the best one I've received.

Regards,
Horacio Ramirez



Date: Monday, 2/5/2010
Subject: I'll sign elsewhere
Sorry, Baltimore has made the best overall offer.
I'll sign with them. Good luck this season!

Regards,
Vladimir Guerrero



Date: Monday, 2/5/2010
Subject: I'll sign elsewhere
Sorry, Los Angeles (A) has made the best overall offer.
I'll sign with them. Good luck this season!

Regards,
Casey Janssen



Date: Tuesday, 2/6/2010
Subject: I'll sign elsewhere
Sorry, Minnesota has made the best overall offer.
I'll sign with them. Good luck this season!

Regards,
Matt Guerrier



Date: Wednesday, 2/7/2010
Subject: Thank you, I'll sign!
Your contract offer is really what I'm looking for.
I'm looking forward to playing with Houston!

Regards,
Terrmel Sledge



Date: Wednesday, 2/7/2010
Subject: Fan Reaction
Hello Boss,
Our fans seem to be pleased by the signing of Terrmel Sledge.
The overall fan interest increases slightly.

Sincerly,
Your PR Director



Date: Thursday, 2/8/2010
Subject: I'll sign elsewhere
Sorry, New York (A) has made the best overall offer.
I'll sign with them. Good luck this season!

Regards,
Casey McGehee



Date: Saturday, 2/10/2010
Subject: Thank you, I'll sign!
Your contract offer is really what I'm looking for.
I'm looking forward to playing with Houston!

Regards,
Edgar Renteria



Date: Saturday, 2/10/2010
Subject: Fan Reaction
Hello Boss,
Our fans seem to be pleased by the signing of Edgar Renteria.
The overall fan interest increases slightly.

Sincerly,
Your PR Director



Date: Saturday, 2/10/2010
Subject: Your offer sounds good
I have to admit that I like your offer.
So far, it's the best one I've received.

Regards,
Warner Madrigal



Date: Saturday, 2/10/2010
Subject: Your offer sounds good
I have to admit that I like your offer.
So far, it's the best one I've received.

Regards,
Chris McConnell



Date: Saturday, 2/10/2010
Subject: Your offer sounds good
I have to admit that I like your offer.
So far, it's the best one I've received.

Regards,
Robert Andino



Date: Saturday, 2/10/2010
Subject: Contract offer
FYI- Seattle has offered me a better contract!
They offer more than you can even dream about!

Regards,
Josh Flores



Date: Saturday, 2/10/2010
Subject: Your offer sounds good
I have to admit that I like your offer.
So far, it's the best one I've received.

Regards,
Ian Desmond



Date: Saturday, 2/10/2010
Subject: I'll sign elsewhere
Sorry, Los Angeles (N) has made the best overall offer.
I'll sign with them. Good luck this season!

Regards,
Rafael Betancourt



Date: Saturday, 2/10/2010
Subject: Your offer sounds good
I have to admit that I like your offer.
So far, it's the best one I've received.

Regards,
Kila Kaaihue



Date: Saturday, 2/10/2010
Subject: Your offer sounds good
I have to admit that I like your offer.
So far, it's the best one I've received.

Regards,
Luis Soto



Date: Saturday, 2/10/2010
Subject: Contract offer
FYI- I still prefer the offer from Los Angeles (A).
They offer a lot more money.

Regards,
Rafael Gonzalez



Date: Saturday, 2/10/2010
Subject: I'll sign elsewhere
Sorry, Los Angeles (A) has made the best overall offer.
I'll sign with them. Good luck this season!

Regards,
Rafael Gonzalez



Date: Saturday, 2/10/2010
Subject: Your offer sounds good
I have to admit that I like your offer.
So far, it's the best one I've received.

Regards,
Jamar Walton



Date: Sunday, 2/11/2010
Subject: I'll sign elsewhere
Sorry, Tampa Bay has made the best overall offer.
I'll sign with them. Good luck this season!

Regards,
Ben Molina



Date: Monday, 2/12/2010
Subject: I'll sign elsewhere
Sorry, Minnesota has made the best overall offer.
I'll sign with them. Good luck this season!

Regards,
Jeremy Affeldt



Date: Tuesday, 2/13/2010
Subject: I'll sign elsewhere
Sorry, Seattle has made the best overall offer.
I'll sign with them. Good luck this season!

Regards,
Josh Flores



Date: Wednesday, 2/14/2010
Subject: Thank you, I'll sign!
Your contract offer is really what I'm looking for.
I'm looking forward to playing with Houston!

Regards,
Cla Meredith



Date: Thursday, 2/15/2010
Subject: Thank you, I'll sign!
Your contract offer is really what I'm looking for.
I'm looking forward to playing with Houston!

Regards,
Chris McConnell



Date: Friday, 2/16/2010
Subject: I'll sign elsewhere
Sorry, Toronto has made the best overall offer.
I'll sign with them. Good luck this season!

Regards,
Jamar Walton



Date: Sunday, 2/18/2010
Subject: I'll sign elsewhere
Sorry, Texas has made the best overall offer.
I'll sign with them. Good luck this season!

Regards,
Robert Andino



Date: Tuesday, 2/20/2010
Subject: Waiver claim
Hello Sir,
we have put a claim on Garret Anderson.

Regards,
Boston GM



Date: Tuesday, 2/20/2010
Subject: Contract offer
FYI- Toronto has offered me a better contract!
They offer a BIG amount of money!

Regards,
Luis Soto



Date: Wednesday, 2/21/2010
Subject: I'll sign elsewhere
Sorry, Toronto has made the best overall offer.
I'll sign with them. Good luck this season!

Regards,
Luis Soto



Date: Thursday, 2/22/2010
Subject: I'll sign elsewhere
Sorry, Washington has made the best overall offer.
I'll sign with them. Good luck this season!

Regards,
Horacio Ramirez



Date: Saturday, 2/24/2010
Subject: Waiver claim
Hello,
we have claimed Garret Anderson off waivers and signed him.

Regards,
Boston GM



Date: Thursday, 3/1/2010
Subject: Thank you, I'll sign!
Your contract offer is really what I'm looking for.
I'm looking forward to playing with Houston!

Regards,
Warner Madrigal



Date: Thursday, 3/1/2010
Subject: I'll sign elsewhere
Sorry, Chicago (N) has made the best overall offer.
I'll sign with them. Good luck this season!

Regards,
Ian Desmond



Date: Thursday, 3/1/2010
Subject: Thank you, I'll sign!
Your contract offer is really what I'm looking for.
I'm looking forward to playing with Houston!

Regards,
Kila Kaaihue



Date: Monday, 4/9/2010
Subject: Waiver claim
Hello Sir,
we have put a claim on Jason Bulger.

Regards,
Los Angeles (A) GM



Date: Monday, 4/9/2010
Subject: Waiver claim
Hello Sir,
we have put a claim on Jason Bulger.

Regards,
Los Angeles (A) GM



Date: Monday, 4/9/2010
Subject: Waiver claim
Hello Sir,
we have put a claim on Jason Bulger.

Regards,
Los Angeles (A) GM



Date: Monday, 4/9/2010
Subject: Waiver claim
Hello Sir,
we have put a claim on Jason Bulger.

Regards,
Los Angeles (A) GM



Date: Wednesday, 4/11/2010
Subject: Waiver claim
Hello,
we have claimed Jason Bulger off waivers and signed him.

Regards,
Los Angeles (A) GM



Date: Tuesday, 4/17/2010
Subject: Successful Promotion Day
Hello,
That was quite a nice game, the fans loved it!
It seems that the promotion was a success, our
fan interest increased!

Sincerly,
Your PR Director



Date: Wednesday, 4/18/2010
Subject: Good Game
Hello,
The fact that we won on a promotion day seems
to have a positive effect on our fan interest!
It increased slightly.

Sincerly,
Your PR Director



Date: Thursday, 4/19/2010
Subject: Successful Promotion Day
Hello,
That was quite a nice game, the fans loved it!
It seems that the promotion was a success, our
fan interest increased!

Sincerly,
Your PR Director



Date: Tuesday, 5/1/2010
Subject: Status of Richard Jones
Dear Sir,
Richard Jones has an AVG of .245 at AA Corpus Christi Hooks!
That's definitely no good sign. I suggest demoting him soon.

Regards,
Scouting Director



Date: Tuesday, 5/8/2010
Subject: Progress of Jeffery Bass
Dear Sir,
Jeffery Bass has an ERA of 3.00 at A Salem Avalanche!
I believe he is ready for the next level!

Regards,
Scouting Director



Date: Saturday, 5/19/2010
Subject: Samuel Martorell learns new position
Samuel Martorell has made noteable progress
learning his new position, Rightfield.
I would rate his skills as "100" right now.

Regards,
Your scouting director



Date: Monday, 5/21/2010
Subject: Contract extension
Hello,
I just wanted to let you know that I'm
in my last year of the contract.
Are you interested in giving me an extension?
I'd be happy to play for you again next year!

Regards,
Kendry Morales



Date: Thursday, 5/24/2010
Subject: Contract extension
Hello,
I just wanted to let you know that I'm
in my last year of the contract.
Are you interested in giving me an extension?
I'd be happy to play for you again next year!

Regards,
Juan Rivera



Date: Thursday, 5/24/2010
Subject: Extension?
Hello Sir,
Are you interested in negotiating a contract extension?
You know, I'm in my final year. I'd like to stay here!

Sincerely,
Raul Ibanez



Date: Friday, 5/25/2010
Subject: Status of Jesus Cruz
Dear Sir,
Jesus Cruz seems overmatched at AA Corpus Christi Hooks!
He has an ERA of 7.83 over there, so I think
you should demote him.

Regards,
Scouting Director



Date: Tuesday, 5/29/2010
Subject: My role in this team
Sir,
I believe that I am deserving more playing time.
I hope you put me in the starting lineup more often!

Regards,
Juan Rivera



Date: Thursday, 5/31/2010
Subject: Extension?
Dear Sir,
I am really enjoying playing for your team.
I would be interested in a contract extension!
How about you?

Regards,
Geoff Geary



Date: Wednesday, 6/6/2010
Subject: Contract extension question
Dear Sir,
My contract expires after this season.
I would like to resign, so please let's talk!

Regards,
Cliff Floyd



Date: Sunday, 6/10/2010
Subject: Good Game
Hello,
The fact that we won on a promotion day seems
to have a positive effect on our fan interest!
It increased slightly.

Sincerly,
Your PR Director



Date: Thursday, 6/21/2010
Subject: Waiver claim/Sign
Hello,
you have claimed Luis Cota off waivers and signed him.

Regards,
Assistant GM



Date: Friday, 6/22/2010
Subject: J.J. Putz
J.J. Putz is ready to be activated from the DL!

Regards,
Team Doctor



Date: Friday, 6/22/2010
Subject: Peter Moylan
Peter Moylan is ready to be activated from the DL!

Regards,
Team Doctor



Date: Saturday, 7/14/2010
Subject: Status of Brandon Verley
Dear Sir,
Brandon Verley isn't hitting the ball at all at AA Corpus Christi Hooks!
He has an AVG of .192, so a demotion is
the right choice. He shouldn't be emberassed any more.

Regards,
Scouting Director



Date: Sunday, 7/15/2010
Subject: Well...
I am rather upset that I do not play regularly.
I wish to be traded if that doesn't change!

Regards,
Michael Cuddyer



Date: Saturday, 7/28/2010
Subject: Successful Promotion Day
Hello,
That was quite a nice game, the fans loved it!
It seems that the promotion was a success, our
fan interest increased!

Sincerly,
Your PR Director




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