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3w ago

Astros Place Jeremy Peña on 10-Day Injured List With Rib Fracture

A follow-up MRI confirmed a small fracture in Peña’s left rib, triggering a retroactive 10-day injured list placement.

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Jeremy Peña is going on the injured list with a fractured rib and will miss the Astros' upcoming road trip.
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Overview

  • Peña exited Friday’s game after being hit by a pitch and was initially cleared by X-rays before a Sunday MRI and CT scan revealed the rib fracture.
  • The Astros announced Peña’s placement on the 10-day injured list retroactive to June 28, with no immediate roster move disclosed.
  • Mauricio Dubón has assumed regular shortstop duties, bringing veteran defense and versatility to cover Peña’s absence.
  • Peña entered the IL after leading Houston with a .322 batting average, .867 OPS and ranking tied for second in MLB wins above replacement.
  • Houston holds a 50-34 record and a 6½-game lead in the AL West despite key injuries to Yordan Alvarez, Chas McCormick, Zach Dezenzo, Jacob Melton and Brendan Rodgers.