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Astros Battle Injuries Amid Playoff Push | Houston News
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- Jul 19, 2026
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Summary
Houston Astros are clinging to playoff hopes as key hitters Jeremy Peña and Christian Walker limp back from injuries—Peña with a hamstring cramp, Walker with hip tightness—both still active but sidelined for Saturday’s game. With the team reeling after three straight losses and four games behind in the division, their return is critical, especially with the trade deadline looming. Peña’s .290 average and Walker’s 20 homers make them indispensable. The Astros shuffled the pitching staff, sending Nate Pearson to the minors and calling up Ray Delgado, but the real focus is on getting Peña and Walker healthy. Today’s lineup against the Orioles features Jose Altuve at DH, Yordan Alvarez in left, and LaMonte Wade Jr. at first—no room for error as Houston tries to avoid a sweep and turn things around before the deadline. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/80a0ca17cb426725