Astros Today’s Lineup vs. Nationals — March 2, 2026

March 2, 2026

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

Game Details

Date: Monday, March 2, 2026
First pitch: 12:05 p.m. CT
Location: CACTI Park of the Palm Beaches
Astros starting pitcher: Hunter Brown

How to Tune In

Radio: KBME 790 AM / 94.5 FM HD-2

Astros Starting Lineup

  1. Jose Altuve (R) 2B

  2. Yordan Alvarez (L) DH

  3. Carlos Correa (R) 3B

  4. Christian Walker (R) 1B

  5. Cam Smith (R) RF

  6. Jake Meyers (R) CF

  7. Lucas Spence (L) LF

  8. Riley Unroe (S) SS

  9. César Salazar (L) C

SP: Hunter Brown (RHP)

Nationals Starting Lineup

  1. Nasim Nuñez (S) 2B

  2. CJ Abrams (L) SS

  3. James Wood (L) RF

  4. Brady House (R) 3B

  5. Daylen Lile (L) LF

  6. Keibert Ruiz (S) C

  7. José Tena (L) DH

  8. Andrés Chaparro (R) 1B

  9. Joey Wiemer (R) CF

SP: Josiah Gray (RHP)

Notes

Yordan Alvarez makes his Spring Training debut this year as Houston continues Grapefruit League play at home. The top of the order features Jose Altuve, Alvarez, and Carlos Correa, while several young players continue to receive extended looks in the outfield and at catcher. Humter Brown will be the starting pitcher.