Jake Meyers Scratched with Back Spasms Before Friday’s Game
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. — The Houston Astros scratched center fielder Jake Meyers from Friday’s Grapefruit League lineup against the Washington Nationals due to back spasms, the team announced approximately 50 minutes before first pitch. Meyers, 28,…
Astros Today’s Lineup vs. Nationals — February 27, 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: Friday, February 27, 2026First pitch: 5:05 p.m. CTLocation: CACTI Park of…
Yainer Diaz’s 2026 Challenge: Authority Behind the Plate
As Yainer Diaz settles into his role as Houston’s unquestioned No. 1 catcher, the conversation should move beyond tools and toward authority. The Astros already know what “El Matin” can do physically. He hit 20 home runs last season. He started 113 games…
Astros Walks Are Up. Strikeouts Are, Too.
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. — The Astros have emphasized strike-zone control throughout the opening week of camp. Through six Grapefruit League games, the early returns reflect that priority—with a wrinkle. Houston has drawn 36 walks through its first 4…
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.…