WATCH: J.J. Watt Crushing the Ball in Batting Practice Because He Can

For the first time in years the Houston Astros are in a position to make a serious push for the post season. They have some pretty solid pitchers, some young bats that are hitting well, and the fielding is pretty solid as well. After beating the Angels Wednesday night the Astros are in sole possession of first in their division.

So it's a good time to be a Houston fan. Before Thursday's game it became a good time to come to the park early when J.J. Watt stopped by to crush a few balls during batting practice.

JJ Watt is taking batting practice. pic.twitter.com/KrwG85fnCU

— Chandler Rome (@Chandler_Rome) July 30, 2015

As could be expected, he was pretty good at it.

.@JJWatt crushing BP because of course he would. pic.twitter.com/A9cYwoytG3

— MLB GIFS (@MLBGIFs) July 30, 2015

His heart still lies with doing what he's good at though:

JJ Watt after he hit a home run: "I like hitting people better." #Astrosl https://t.co/PqoNkQHlkS

— Chandler Rome (@Chandler_Rome) July 30, 2015

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