The Houston Astros call up prized prospect Hunter Pence
The Astros have decided to call up Hunter Pence and make him their starting centerfielder. He played in 21 games this season in AAA ball and he has hit .325 (.936 OPS) with 13 runs scored, 3 homers and 19 RBIs. Pence will take over for Chris Burke who will return to his utility role. Burke has played in 21 games so far this season for the Astros and he’s 16 for 73 (.219 avg, .658 OPS) with 7 runs scored, 3 RBIs and 5 stolen bases.