Corey Julks Stats

The Houston Astros optioned rookie outfielder Corey Julks to Triple-A Sugar Land on Monday. Julks will get sent back to the farm after going 13-for-70 (.245) with six home runs, 13 doubles, 32 RBI, 15 stolen bases and 35 runs scored in his first 86 major-league games (311 plate appearances) for the Astros. Those numbers aren't terrible by any means, but the 27-year-old rookie has gone hitless in his last 36 at-bats and hasn't cleared the fences since June 18. Since July 1, he's gone 14-for-75 (.187) with three doubles, five RBI, 16 strikeouts, three stolen bases and five runs scored in 25 games (21 starts). Julks could be back up in short order if he hits well at Triple-A, but for now, his demotion will mean more playing time for Jake Meyers.

over 1 month ago

Houston Astros outfielder Corey Julks continued to produce at the plate in Monday's 9-2 win over the Blue Jays. The 27-year-old rookie went 2-for-4 with a double, a solo home run, three RBI, and two strikeouts. Julks is now slashing .310/.302/.524 with two HR and five RBI in 43 plate appearances. He has shown a combination of power and speed potential throughout his Minor League career and is only rostered in one percent of leagues. He could potentially be useful in deep roto leagues if he can get enough playing time in the Astros' strong lineup.

5 months ago

Houston Astros outfielder Corey Julks is in Monday's starting lineup against the Blue Jays and right-hander Kevin Gausman. Houston's outfield is a little banged up with Michael Brantley on the injured list and Chas McCormick sidelined after being pulled from Friday's game with vision issues, so Julks gets an opportunity on Monday. It's the 11th appearance of the season for the 27-year-old who is hitting .289 with one home run across 39 trips to the plate but he's yet to draw a walk in that time. Julks offered a serious combination of power and speed at the Triple-A level last season as he hit 31 home runs along with 22 stolen bases across 130 games. He should continue to see solid playing time as long as McCormick is sidelined.

5 months ago