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Peña Returns to Astros Lineup for Series Finale After Illness

He will bat leadoff after being cleared to resume baseball activity following two days under the weather.

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Jun 14, 2025; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Astros shortstop Jeremy Pena (3) reacts after striking out during the eighth inning against the Minnesota Twins at Daikin Park. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

Overview

  • Peña missed the first two games of the Orioles series because he was under the weather and underwent tests by team doctors at Daikin Park.
  • Manager Joe Espada said he’s “a lot better” after participating in limited baseball activity to sweat off the illness.
  • Mauricio Dubón covered shortstop in his absence and Houston was shut out 7-0 as Brandon Young carried a perfect game into the eighth inning.
  • Peña returned from a 10-day injured list on August 1 after a left-rib fracture and is slashing .318/.373/.492 with 13 home runs and 45 RBI through 93 games.
  • The Astros hold a 1.5-game lead in the AL West while coping with other key injuries, including likely season-ending shoulder trouble for closer Josh Hader.