The Houston Astros lineup today has been released ahead of their Grapefruit League matchup against the St. Louis Cardinals.
Game Details
Date: Wednesday, March 18, 2026
First pitch: 12:05 p.m. CT
Location: Roger Dean Chevrolet Stadium (Jupiter, Florida)
Astros starting pitcher: J.P. France (RHP)
How to Tune In
Local TV: Space City Home Network
Local Radio: KBME 790 AM/94.5 FM HD-2
Astros Starting Lineup
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Jose Altuve (R) 2B
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Isaac Paredes (R) 3B
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Yordan Alvarez (L) DH
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Carlos Correa (R) SS
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Joey Loperfido (L) LF
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Cam Smith (R) RF
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Christian Walker (R) 1B
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Yainer Diaz (R) C
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Jake Meyers (R) CF
SP: J.P. France (RHP)
Cardinals Starting Lineup
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Masyn Winn (R) SS
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Iván Herrera (R) C
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Ramón Urías (R) 3B
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Jordan Walker (R) RF
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Nelson Velázquez (R) DH
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Thomas Saggese (R) LF
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José Fermín (R) 1B
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Nathan Church (L) CF
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Brody Moore (R) 2B
SP: Kyle Leahy (RHP)
Notes
J.P. France gets the start for Houston as he continues his spring workload. The Astros roll out a veteran-heavy lineup with Jose Altuve leading off and Yordan Alvarez in the three spot against Cardinals right-hander Kyle Leahy.