Astros Today’s Lineup vs. Mets — February 26, 2026

February 26, 2026

The Houston Astros lineup today has been released ahead of their Grapefruit League matchup against the New York Mets at CACTI Park of the Palm Beaches.

Game Details

Date: Thursday, February 26, 2026
First pitch: 12:05 p.m. CT
Location: CACTI Park of the Palm Beaches
Astros starting pitcher: Tatsuya Imai

How to Tune In

TV: HOU Video
Radio: KBME 790 AM / 94.5 FM HD-2

Astros Starting Lineup

1. SS Jeremy Peña

2. CF Zach Cole

3. 3B Carlos Correa

4. 1B Christian Walker

5. LF Joey Loperfido

6. RF Cam Smith

7. 2B Nick Allen

8. C César Salazar

9. DH John Garcia

Mets Starting Lineup

1. 2B Marcus Semien

2. LF Mike Tauchman

3. 3B Bo Bichette

4. 1B Mark Vientos

5. SS Ronny Mauricio

6. C Luis Torrens

7. DH Jared Young

8. CF Tyrone Taylor

9. LF MJ Melendez

SP Nolan McLean (RHP)

Notes

Right-hander Tatsuya Imai makes his first official game appearance for Houston. The 27 year old is expected to throw multiple innings as the Astros continue building toward a six-man rotation to open the season.