The Houston Astros lineup today has been released ahead of their World Baseball Classic exhibition matchup against Team Venezuela at CACTI Park of the Palm Beaches.
Game Details
Date: Tuesday, March 3, 2026
First pitch: 5:05 p.m. CT
Location: CACTI Park of the Palm Beaches
Astros starting pitcher: Cristian Javier
How to Tune In
Local TV: Space City Home Network
Radio: KBME 790 AM / 94.5 FM HD-2
Astros Starting Lineup
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Isaac Paredes (R) 1B
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Carlos Correa (R) 3B
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Zach Cole (L) CF
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Christian Walker (R) DH
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Yainer Diaz (R) C
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Taylor Trammell (L) LF
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Cam Smith (R) RF
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Nick Allen (R) SS
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Jax Biggers (L) 2B
SP: Cristian Javier (RHP)
Venezuela Starting Lineup
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Ronald Acuña Jr. (R) RF
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Luis Arraez (L) 1B
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Jackson Chourio (L) CF
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Wilyer Abreu (L) LF
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Maikel Garcia (R) 3B
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Eugenio Suárez (R) DH
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Willson Contreras (R) C
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Gleyber Torres (R) 2B
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Andrés Giménez (L) SS
SP: TBD
Notes
Cristian Javier makes his spring debut after working his way back from Tommy John surgery last season. Houston rolls out a veteran-heavy infield with Paredes and Correa at the top, while several outfield spots remain part of an ongoing competition. The matchup features several MLB All-Stars on the Venezuela side, including Ronald Acuña Jr., Luis Arraez, and Willson Contreras. Notably absent from both lineups is Jose Altuve, who is not participating in tonight’s exhibition.
