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Astros bring back SS Jeremy Pena, designate IF Braden Shewmake

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 10, 2026, 10:12 PM

Last updated Jul 10, 2026

Astros bring back SS Jeremy Pena, designate IF Braden Shewmake

Summary

The Houston Astros reinstated All-Star shortstop Jeremy Pena from the injured list on July 10, 2026. Pena is having a solid season, batting.295 with 6 home runs and 21 RBIs. He has faced injury setbacks this year but is expected to boost the Astros' lineup. To accommodate his return, the team designated infielder Braden Shewmake for assignment, who has a.256 batting average this season. Shewmake could return to the Astros' system if he clears waivers.

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Status Watch

•Jeremy Pena reinstated from the injured list on July 10, 2026.
•Pena's season stats include a.295 batting average and 6 home runs.
•Braden Shewmake designated for assignment as a roster move.
•Pena has been sidelined with three injuries this season.
•Shewmake could rejoin the team if he clears waivers.

Latest Updates

10:12 PMYahoo Sports — Astros Reinstate SS Jeremy Pena From IL, DFA IF Braden Shewmake

What they're saying

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The Houston Astros announced today that they have reinstated All-Star SS Jeremy Pena from the IL. Pena is batting .295 this season with a .356 OBP and .799 OPS. He has 6 HR, 21 RBI and 34 runs scored. Pena has dealt with 3 separate injuries so far this season. When healthy, he has been […]
— Yahoo Sports

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