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…
Astros Single-Game Tickets Now on Sale Through July 5
The Houston Astros announced that single-game tickets for all home games at Daikin Park from March 26 through July 5 are officially on sale. Fans can now secure seats for early-season matchups against marquee opponents including the Yankees, Dodgers,…
Astros Today’s Lineup vs. Mets — February 24, 2026
The Houston Astros lineup today has been released ahead of their Grapefruit League matchup against the New York Mets at Clover Park. Game Details Date: Tuesday, February 24, 2026First pitch: 12:10 p.m. CTLocation: Clover ParkAstros starting pitcher:…
Can the Astros Replace What Mauricio Dubón Actually Meant to the Roster?
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. — Mauricio Dubón’s departure didn’t just open a bench spot, it removed the roster’s insurance policy. For the past several seasons, Dubón absorbed chaos. He played second base when José Altuve needed rest. He slid to shortstop when…
Brice Matthews Fighting for Opening Day Roster Spot as Astros’ Top Prospect Gets Another Look
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. — Brice Matthews is back in big-league camp with something to prove. The Astros’ top prospect got his first taste of the majors last July, hitting four home runs in 13 games before strikeouts became an issue. Now the 23-year-old is…
Cam Smith’s Jersey Retired at Palm Beach Central as He Fights for Astros Roster Spot
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. —Cam Smith returned home Thursday night to see his jersey retired at Palm Beach Central High, joining Brad Peacock and Devon Travis as the only Broncos to reach the major leagues. Before the Broncos faced Park Vista on Feb. 20,…
Altuve, Peña, and Alvarez Set the Table for Astros’ 2026 Push
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. —The Astros’ blueprint for returning to October begins with three familiar names. Jeremy Peña will hit leadoff. Jose Altuve is back at second base. Yordan Alvarez will chase Jeff Bagwell’s franchise home run record. Manager Joe…
Josh Reddick Is Returning to Astros Camp — Here’s Why
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. — Josh Reddick is heading back to CACTI Park of the Palm Beaches next month not as a player, but as a mentor. The 2017 World Series champion has accepted an invitation from Astros manager Joe Espada to spend six days in early March…
Why the Astros Are Betting on a Six-Man Rotation — And Whether It Can Work
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. — The Houston Astros are preparing to open 2026 with something they haven’t relied on in years: a six-man rotation. Manager Joe Espada confirmed in January that fans will “probably see it from the get-go.” The reasoning is…