Astros Complete Roster Shuffle After Deadline With Peña Return and New Additions

Houston’s lineup gains fresh depth in infield as pitching options expand at the start of August.

Overview

Jeremy Peña was reinstated from the injured list after fracturing a rib on June 27 and will start at shortstop.
Carlos Correa, Jesús Sánchez and Ramón Urías were added to the active roster following their trade deadline acquisitions.
Infielder Brice Matthews and outfielder Jacob Melton were optioned to Triple-A Sugar Land to clear space on the 26-man roster.
The Astros designated infielder Zack Short for assignment in the corresponding roster moves.
Reliever Nick Hernandez was recalled to fill the bullpen spot opened by Ryan Gusto’s trade to the Marlins.