Astros move away from recent trend of college players in first round for a left-handed hitting shortstop from Washington

The Houston Astros have bolstered their farm system and positioned themselves to draft for future rosters rather than immediate need in the MLB draft. They zero

According to MLB.com in its latest mock draft, the Astros are likely to choose either Texas A&M outfielder Jace LaViolette or Arkansas shortstop Wehiwa Aloy, as experts believe Houston prefers hitters who are able to quickly move up the farm system.