McCullers Set for Spring Debut Friday Against Nationals
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. — After nearly two weeks of watching teammates take the mound, Lance McCullers Jr. is scheduled to make his spring debut Friday when the Astros host the Washington Nationals at CACTI Park. The 32-year-old right-hander enters camp…
Cardinals Hit Four Homers as Astros Fall 9-4 in Jupiter
JUPITER, Fla. — While Houston’s home squad was being shut out in West Palm Beach, the Astros’ split-squad group ran into a power surge in Jupiter. The St. Louis Cardinals launched four home runs in a 9-4 win over the Astros at Roger Dean Chevrolet…
Imai Shakes Off Scare in Debut as Astros Fall to Mets, 5-0
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. — Tatsuya Imai’s Astros debut included a brief scare but ended exactly as planned. The 27-year-old right-hander was struck on the right shin by a 98.7 mph comebacker off the bat of Marcus Semien in the first inning Thursday at CACTI…
Astros Prospect Lucas Spence Scratched With Neck Issue in Spring Camp
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. — Astros outfield prospect Lucas Spence was scratched from Thursday’s Grapefruit League lineup with a neck issue and is considered day to day. Spence, a non-roster invitee, had been earning attention early in camp for his…
Astros Today’s Lineup vs. Mets — 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, 2026First pitch: 12:05 p.m. CTLocation: CACTI Park of the…
Astros Today’s Lineup at Cardinals — February 26, 2026
The Houston Astros lineup today has been released ahead of their Grapefruit League split-squad matchup against the St. Louis Cardinals at Roger Dean Chevrolet Stadium in Jupiter. Game Details Date: Thursday, February 26, 2026First pitch: 12:05 p.m.…
Astros Seek Balance at the Plate—and on the Bases—This Spring
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. — It’s risky to read too much into a few Grapefruit League games, but it’s worth noting what a manager chooses to emphasize in late February. Joe Espada pointed this week to Houston’s 29 walks through its first three spring…
Jeremy Peña’s Rise Forces a Harder Question About the Astros’ Future
Jeremy Peña landing in the Top 10 of the latest MLB shortstop rankings isn’t just recognition. It’s pressure. At 28, Peña is no longer the surprise postseason hero from 2022. He’s an established shortstop coming off a season in which he slashed…
The Wait Is Over: Imai Set for Astros Debut Thursday
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. — After weeks of anticipation and strong reviews from teammates, Tatsuya Imai is scheduled to make his first game appearance in an Astros uniform Thursday afternoon. The 27-year-old right-hander will start Houston’s split-squad home…
Hunter Brown Sharp in Spring Debut as Astros Top Marlins, 4-1
JUPITER, Fla. — Hunter Brown looked every bit the Opening Day starter Wednesday afternoon, tossing two crisp innings as the Houston Astros earned their first Grapefruit League win with a 4-1 victory over the Miami Marlins at Roger Dean Chevrolet Stadium.…