(*) ROTISSERIE: An Astros primer for AL-only leagues

As the Astros move to the AL West, fantasy owners in AL-only leagues will want to familiarize themselves with the Houston roster.  Despite back-to-back 100-plus loss seasons, and the trading of veterans such as Chris Johnson, Carlos Lee, Wandy Rodriguez, Brett Myers, Wilton Lopez, Michael Bourn, Hunter Pence and J.A. Happ during the past two years, there are players of fanalytic interest on the current roster.

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Jose Altuve (2B), just 23 years old and only 5' 5" tall, has exceeded all expectations in his first year and a half in the majors.  In 2012 he took over the leadoff spot midway through the season, and though he could improve his on base skills (.336 OBP in 2012), he is certainly young enough for it to happen. His...

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