5 Houston Astros Who Need To Stay Healthy In 2016

5. Carlos Gomez - OF

The Houston Astros acquired Carlos Gomez from the Milwaukee Brewers last season, but he was a shell of his Milwaukee version. A significant amount of blame can be placed on the injuries that he dealt with so it's crucial that he stays healthy in 2016. Houston will need his veteran leadership and production similar to his 2013 and 2014 campaigns.

5. Carlos Gomez - OF

The Houston Astros acquired Carlos Gomez from the Milwaukee Brewers last season, but he was a shell of his Milwaukee version. A significant amount of blame can be placed on the injuries that he dealt with so it's crucial that he stays healthy in 2016. Houston will need his veteran leadership and production similar to his 2013 and 2014 campaigns.

4. George Springer - OF

Although he decreased his strikeout rate last year and finally showed some of his speed with 16 SBs, George Springer's power production was down. Most of his regression can be attributed to the fractured wrist he dealt with, and he will look to bounce back in 2016. If he stays healthy, then he can easily be a 20-20 club member.

4. George Springer - OF

Although he decreased his strikeout rate last year and finally showed some of his speed with 16 SBs, George Springer's power production was down. Most of his regression can be attributed to the fractured wrist he dealt with, and he will look to bounce back in 2016. If he stays healthy, then he can easily be a 20-20 club member.

3. Carlos Correa - SS

Although he didn't get called up until June of last season, Carlos Correa still led all MLB shortstops in HRs with 22. He also drove in 68 runs, stole 14 bases and would go on to win the AL Rookie of the Year award. He is already a star in the league and will now play a full season. Houston needs him to stay healthy in order to make the playoffs again.

3. Carlos Correa - SS

Although he didn't get called up until June of last season, Carlos Correa still led all MLB shortstops in HRs with 22. He also drove in 68 runs, stole 14 bases and would go on to win the AL Rookie of the Year award. He is already a star in the league and will now play a full season. Houston needs him to stay healthy in order to make the playoffs again.

2. Jose Altuve - 2B

Jose Altuve is the heart and soul of the Houston Astros. His combination of excellent speed, prolific contact hitting and Gold Glove defense is a major reason why Houston made the playoffs last season. Losing him would be a tremendous detriment if it happened, so it's essential for him to stay healthy. He's one of the true pillars of the team.

2. Jose Altuve - 2B

Jose Altuve is the heart and soul of the Houston Astros. His combination of excellent speed, prolific contact hitting and Gold Glove defense is a major reason why Houston made the playoffs last season. Losing him would be a tremendous detriment if it happened, so it's essential for him to stay healthy. He's one of the true pillars of the team.

1. Dallas Keuchel - SP

As the reigning AL Cy Young Award winner entering the 2016 season, the health of Dallas Keuchel is the most critical for Houston's success. He led the AL with 20 wins in 2015 which accounted for 23 percent of the Astros' 86 wins. He is their clear ace, and it could be fatal for their playoff hopes if he gets hurt this season.

1. Dallas Keuchel - SP

As the reigning AL Cy Young Award winner entering the 2016 season, the health of Dallas Keuchel is the most critical for Houston's success. He led the AL with 20 wins in 2015 which accounted for 23 percent of the Astros' 86 wins. He is their clear ace, and it could be fatal for their playoff hopes if he gets hurt this season.