2014 MLB preview: Houston Astros should improve, but need Mark Appel, Carlos Correa key to future

The Astros, who moved to the American League prior to the 2013 season, are in a horrific stretch over the past few seasons. They have failed to finish over .500 since the 2008 season, going 86-75, finishing third in the NL West. The team has failed to win 60 games in a season since 2010.
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