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The Astros activated Jeremy Peña from the injured list after nearly five weeks, placed Jose Altuve on the 10-day IL with a Grade 2 left oblique strain, recalled Jason Alexander, and designated Cody Bolton for assignment, with Peña slated to hit leadoff against Minnesota as Houston reshuffles the infield.
After a tough 10-game road trip, the Astros placed shortstop Jeremy Peña (Grade 1 hamstring strain) and right-hander Tatsuya Imai on the injured list, joining a growing group of players sidelined as the club fights to stay afloat. Peña previously fractured a finger in spring training, and Imai is dealing with right-arm fatigue as team doctors continue evaluation.
Houston placed shortstop Jeremy Peña on the 10-day injured list with a grade 1 hamstring strain and right-hander Tatsuya Imai on the 15-day IL due to right-arm fatigue (retroactive to April 12). Jayden Murray was optioned to Triple-A Sugar Land, while Colton Gordon, J.P. France and Shay Whitcomb were recalled; France’s recall comes with an IL-exemption. The injuries compound a wave of Astros ailments, potentially prompting Correa to slide to short more often and Paredes to cover third, as Peña’s absence necessitates lineup adjustments while Meyers remains out with an oblique strain.
The Cubs reportedly finalized a contract extension for star CF Pete Crow-Armstrong (likely north of $132M over 6–9 years). In Detroit, top prospect Kevin McGonigle could win the Tigers’ Opening Day shortstop job, though a decision hasn’t been made. Meanwhile, Astros SS Jeremy Pena is undergoing tests after a finger fracture and could return to at-bats quickly if cleared.
Houston Astros shortstop Jeremy Peña fractures the tip of his right ring finger in an exhibition, sidelining him from the World Baseball Classic. Geraldo Perdomo will start at shortstop for Team Dominican Republic, with Amed Rosario also able to fill in; DR competes in Pool D and opens vs Nicaragua. Peña will be reevaluated in two weeks, and his absence could push Isaac Paredes into a larger role and affect related trade discussions.
Houston Astros star shortstop Jeremy Peña has been placed on the 10-day injured list due to a fractured rib sustained from a pitch, with no clear return timetable. Peña, having a breakout season with impressive offensive and defensive stats, is a significant loss for the team. The Astros may consider prospects like Brice Matthews or other internal options to fill his position during his absence.
The Houston Astros defeated the Toronto Blue Jays 11-4, with Blue Jays pitcher Alek Manoah struggling to get through the first inning. After allowing a single and a bunt, Manoah attempted to physically blow the ball into foul territory, but it didn't work. The Astros scored six runs in the first inning, with a grand slam from Corey Julks. Manoah's season has been difficult, with a 6.36 ERA and 42 walks in 58 innings pitched. The Astros have been heating up, scoring at least five runs in nine of their last 11 games.
Today's MLB player prop picks include McClanahan Over 17.5 outs, Gallen Over 6.5 strikeouts, and Pena Under 1.5 strikeouts. Gallen has been performing well this season and is expected to deliver for the Diamondbacks against the Giants. Meanwhile, McClanahan is favored to get over 17.5 outs against the Yankees, and Pena is expected to have under 1.5 strikeouts against the White Sox.