Astros activate Cristian Javier; Jeremy Peña targets mid-July return

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Last updated Jul 4, 2026

Astros activate Cristian Javier; Jeremy Peña targets mid-July return
Summary

Cristian Javier has been activated off the injured list ahead of Friday's game against the Rays, returning after recovering from a Grade 2 right shoulder strain. Jeremy Peña, currently on the 10-day IL due to a left calf strain, is aiming for a mid-July return following a successful running session. Raynel Delgado and Kai-Wei Teng are also injured, with Delgado's pinkie injury under observation and Teng recovering from a knee sprain. Minor League rehab assignments are in progress for LaMonte Wade Jr. and Ronel Blanco, both targeting a return in July. A number of players are regaining health, potentially strengthening the Astros' lineup as the season progresses.

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  • Cristian Javier activated from IL, will work out of the bullpen.
  • Jeremy Peña targeting mid-July return from calf strain.
  • Raynel Delgado has a dislocated pinkie; no return date set.
  • Kai-Wei Teng on 15-day IL with a knee sprain, targeting July return.
  • LaMonte Wade Jr. and Ronel Blanco are on rehab assignments in July.
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  • 8:00 PMYahoo SportsAstros Injury Update: Javier Returning, Peña Targeting Mid-July, and More
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A lot has happened on the injury front for the Astros over the last few days. Good news and bad news, but the overall picture is trending in a positive direction. Here is the latest on every player currently on the IL:

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