Castro on pace for opening day: Just a month ago, it appeared likely that Astros catcher Jason Castro would miss at least some of the early season due to having foot surgery in December. However, MLB.com reports that Castro is now on pace to be ready for opening day. Castro is not participating in drills at the same pace as the other catchers in camp, and he will probably not be ready to play in the Grapefruit League exhibition opener on March 3, but he is expected to be at full strength by the time spring training is over. (Updated 02/22/2012)
Injury Report
Foot - Questionable for start of season (Updated - 2/22/12)
Fantasy Analysis
Castro is slated to be the Astros' starting catcher this year, as he was a year ago before he underwent season-ending knee surgery. Though he probably won't hit for power, Castro has the potential to help with on-base percentage, though he didn't make good on that promise during his 2010 rookie season. Until Castro can show some improvement, he should be limited to NL-only leagues in Fantasy. (Updated 02/22/2012).
02/08/2012 04:32 2012 Fantasy outlooks: Houston Astros
To say the Houston Astros are rebuilding is an understatement, but they have more than a few surprises in the form of young talent. Michael Hurcomb breaks down the American League-bound franchise in his Fantasy team outlook.
Jason Castro missed the entire 2011 campaign after tearing his ACL in spring training but heads into this season with some high expectations. While he batted just .205 with two homers and eight RBI in 67 games during his call-up in 2010, he was a highly touted catcher coming up through the Astros' system and has some decent offensive upside. His 6-foot-3, 205-pound frame suggests he will develop some power and he should see the majority of the starts behind the plate in Houston. A foot injury could keep him from starting spring training on time. Keep an eye on his progress early on and plan on targeting the 24-year-old in deeper Fantasy formats on Draft Day. Castro could end up being more valuable in mixed leagues if he can live up to expectations, though. (Updated 1/9/12)
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