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Enyel De Los Santos Enyel De Los Santos Takes second loss
Tue, Jun 23, 2026, 6:54 AM
De Los Santos (0-2) took the loss Monday against the Blue Jays, allowing a run on two hits while striking out two over 1.1 innings.
Analysis: De Los Santos looked good in the sixth inning, setting down the top of Toronto's lineup in order, but he'd give up a pair of hits after coming back out in the seventh and ultimately took the loss in a 4-2 defeat. It's been a tough stretch of late for De Los Santos of late -- he's given up seven runs on nine hits in his last 6.1 innings. Overall, the right-hander sports a 4.32 ERA with a 1.11 WHIP and 33:8 K:BB across 33.1 innings this year. |
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Jeremy Pena Jeremy Pena Cramping in right hamstring
Mon, Jun 22, 2026, 9:49 PM
The Astros announced that Pena left Monday's game with a right hamstring cramp.
Analysis: Pena was removed from Monday's game in the sixth inning with what is now diagnosed as a right hamstring cramp. Houston's infield, specifically their depth at shortstop, has been brutalized by injuries this season with Carlos Correa (ankle), Braden Shewmake (thigh) and Nick Allen (hamstring) all on the injured list. |
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Hunter Brown Hunter Brown Lasts three innings vs. Blue Jays
Mon, Jun 22, 2026, 9:17 PM
Brown did not factor into the decision Monday against the Blue Jays, allowing one run on four hits and two walks while striking out four over three innings.
Analysis: The right-hander threw 54 of his 85 pitches for strikes but struggled to consistently find the zone, issuing two walks and plunking two batters. His lone run allowed came via Kazuma Okamoto, who led off the second inning with a solo homer. Despite lasting only three innings, Brown did not appear to be working under any workload limitations, as his pitch count suggests Houston is willing to let him work through trouble. Through two starts since returning, he has allowed just two runs across 8.2 innings while posting an 11:5 K:BB. Brown is scheduled to make his next start on the road against Detroit. |
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Jeremy Pena Jeremy Pena Leaves game early Monday
Mon, Jun 22, 2026, 8:19 PM
The Astros removed Pena from the game after fouling off a pitch mid-at-bat, reports Julia Morales of Space City Home Network.
Analysis: Brice Matthews replaced Pena at shortstop in the sixth inning after fouling off a pitch in the middle of his at-bat. The shortstop left the game with a trainer after going 1-for-2 with two stolen bases and a run scored. Houston has yet to announce the specificity of the injury Pena suffered. |
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Christian Vazquez Christian Vazquez Back in No. 2 role
Mon, Jun 22, 2026, 4:33 PM
Vazquez is out of the lineup for Monday's game in Toronto.
Analysis: After serving as the Astros' primary option behind the plate for about six weeks, Vazquez has moved down to the No. 2 spot on the depth chart following Yainer Diaz's return from the injured list last Tuesday. In the Astros' ensuing six games, Diaz has made four starts to Vazquez's two. |
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Cam Smith Cam Smith Hitting bench Monday
Mon, Jun 22, 2026, 4:30 PM
Smith is out of the lineup for Monday's game against the Blue Jays.
Analysis: After going 1-for-9 with a walk and a run scored in the Astros' weekend series versus Cleveland, Smith will hit the bench as Houston kicks off a three-game set in Toronto. Joey Loperfido will step in for Smith in right field and will bat seventh. |
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Logan VanWey Logan VanWey Rejoins big-league bullpen
Mon, Jun 22, 2026, 3:20 PM
The Astros recalled VanWey from Triple-A Sugar Land on Monday.
Analysis: VanWey has retired nine of 10 batters faced in the big leagues this season, striking out five over three scoreless innings. He'll handle a low-leverage role out of the bullpen while he's up with Houston. |
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Bryan Abreu Bryan Abreu Placed on restricted list
Mon, Jun 22, 2026, 3:16 PM
The Astros placed Abreu on the restricted list Monday.
Analysis: Manager Joe Espada said Monday that Abreu is dealing with a personal matter, per Mitch Bannon of The Athletic reports. It's unclear whether the reliever could rejoin the team before the end of its series in Toronto, or if it's likelier Abreu meets the Astros later this week in Detroit. Logan VanWey was promoted from Triple-A Sugar Land to replace Abreu on the active roster and in the bullpen. |
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Cristian Javier Cristian Javier Hits 75 pitches in rehab start
Mon, Jun 22, 2026, 9:53 AM
Javier (shoulder) struck out five and allowed three earned runs on five hits and three walks across 4.2 innings Sunday in his rehab start with Triple-A Sugar Land.
Analysis: Javier's control wasn't on point during Sunday's start -- the fourth of his rehab assignment -- but he was able to build up to 75 pitches (43 strikes) and looks ready to return from the 60-day injured list from a workload standpoint. He'll presumably join the Astros on their road trip this week and throw a bullpen session Tuesday or Wednesday before likely slotting back into the big-league rotation this weekend in Detroit. Javier, who has been on the shelf since April 10 due to a Grade 2 right shoulder strain, posted a 6.17 ERA, 1.46 WHIP and 16:6 K:BB in 11.2 innings over his four starts between Sugar Land and Double-A Corpus Christi. |
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Nick Allen Nick Allen Nearing rehab assignment
Mon, Jun 22, 2026, 9:47 AM
Allen (hamstring) resumed taking batting practice and shagging flyballs over the weekend, MLB.com reports.
Analysis: Allen appears poised to head out on a rehab assignment in the near future, perhaps as soon as later this week. The 27-year-old has been on the shelf since June 8 due to a Grade 1 left hamstring strain and should serve as a utility infielder for Houston once he's activated. |
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LaMonte Wade Jr. LaMonte Wade Jr. Closing in on rehab assignment
Mon, Jun 22, 2026, 9:45 AM
Wade (hamstring) has resumed taking batting practice and shagging flyballs and is expected to head out on a minor-league rehab assignment soon, MLB.com reports.
Analysis: Houston deactivated Wade on the 10-day injured list June 9 after he was diagnosed with a right hamstring injury, but his ability to take part in baseball activities just over a week later suggests that he's dealing with just a mild strain. Wade likely won't need more than a handful of rehab games to prove his health, so he could return from the IL before the end of June if the Astros have room for him on the active roster. |
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Mike Burrows Mike Burrows Back in rotation Wednesday
Mon, Jun 22, 2026, 9:00 AM
Burrows is slated to start Wednesday's game against the Blue Jays at Rogers Centre, Chandler Rome of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: After having his turn in the rotation skipped over the weekend, Burrows was available out of the bullpen for the Astros' three-game series with the Guardians and tossed a scoreless inning in his lone relief appearance Friday. He'll now move back into a starting role during the upcoming week, but Burrows may need a strong showing in Toronto in order to maintain his spot in the rotation on a more permanent basis. Cristian Javier (shoulder) completed his fourth rehab start Sunday and could be ready to return from the 60-day injured list as soon as next weekend, which would appear to leave Burrows or Kai-Wei Teng most in danger of shifting to the bullpen. |
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Josh Hader Josh Hader Locks down fifth save
Sun, Jun 21, 2026, 5:30 PM
Hader secured the save Sunday against the Guardians, throwing a clean ninth inning. He struck out two.
Analysis: Hader made quick work of the Cleveland bats Sunday, firing eight of his nine pitches for strikes. After missing the first two months of the season with left biceps tendinitis, the hard-throwing left-hander has been dominant in his return to Houston's closer role. Hader boasts a 1.13 ERA, 0.38 WHIP and 13:1 K:BB over eight frames while converting all five of his save chances. |
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Kai-Wei Teng Kai-Wei Teng Six strong innings in fourth win
Sun, Jun 21, 2026, 5:26 PM
Teng (4-6) earned the win Sunday against Cleveland, allowing one run on four hits and one walk in six innings. He struck out four.
Analysis: Teng delivered one of his finest starts of the year, tying a season high in innings in his second quality start. The 27-year-old right-hander is still settling into his transition in Houston's rotation, logging a 5.13 ERA, 1.51 WHIP and 42:20 K:BB across 40.1 innings as a starter this year. Given that he sports a 1.80 ERA, 0.85 WHIP and 20:7 K:BB over 20 frames as a reliever, Teng could revert back to the bullpen once Cristian Javier (elbow) is ready to return to action. |
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Lance McCullers Jr. Lance McCullers Jr. Rehab assignment on tap
Sun, Jun 21, 2026, 3:49 PM
McCullers (shoulder) will begin a rehab assignment with Triple-A Sugar Land on Thursday, Brian McTaggart of MLB.com reports.
Analysis: McCullers threw a 25-pitch live batting practice session Friday and has now been cleared for game action in the minors. The veteran right-hander has been on the shelf for a month due to shoulder inflammation and could back with the Astros after making a couple rehab starts, depending on how well he's able to build up his workload. |
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Yainer Diaz Yainer Diaz Getting Sunday off
Sun, Jun 21, 2026, 11:09 AM
Diaz is out of the lineup for Sunday's game versus the Guardians, Chandler Rome of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Diaz started the first two games of the series but will hit the bench for the finale after going 2-for-7 with a double, an RBI and three strikeouts. Christian Vazquez will step in behind the plate and bat ninth Sunday. |
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Jake Meyers Jake Meyers Not in Sunday's lineup
Sun, Jun 21, 2026, 11:06 AM
Meyers is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Guardians, Chandler Rome of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Meyers started the previous three games but will take a seat Sunday after going 1-for-19 with a walk, a double, an RBI, a run and four strikeouts during that span. Joey Loperfido is manning center field while Yordan Alvarez handles left in the series finale versus Cleveland. |
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Spencer Arrighetti Spencer Arrighetti Troubled by long ball in loss
Sat, Jun 20, 2026, 9:46 PM
Arrighetti (7-3) took the loss against Cleveland on Saturday, allowing six runs on six hits and no walks while striking out eight batters over six innings.
Analysis: Arrighetti allowed only seven Guardians to reach base, but six came around to score. That was the result of the right-hander serving up three homers, including two to rookie Travis Bazzana. Arrighetti had previously allowed just three long balls over his first 11 outings covering 63 innings this season, so it was unusual for him to struggle to keep the ball in the park. Despite Saturday's blowup, Arrighetti still has a solid 3.13 ERA, 1.20 WHIP and 68:32 K:BB on the campaign. He's projected to make his next start on the road against the Tigers. |
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Dealt to Houston
Sat, Jun 20, 2026, 6:25 PM
The Cubs traded Sisneros to the Astros on Saturday in exchange for Jayden Murray, Ari Alexander of 7 News Boston reports.
Analysis: Sisneros has spent time at High-A and Double-A this season, slashing .265/.419/.422 with six homers, 37 RBI and 29 runs scored between the two levels. He was promoted to Double-A in late May and will likely remain there upon joining the Astros organization. |
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Joey Loperfido Joey Loperfido Taking seat Saturday
Sat, Jun 20, 2026, 2:32 PM
Loperfido isn't in the lineup for Saturday's game against the Guardians.
Analysis: Loperfido will grab a seat on the bench after logging an extra-base hit in each of Houston's last two games. While he sits, Brice Matthews will patrol left field and bat ninth. |
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