Astros prospect highlights include strong performances from Ochoa and Call
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 7, 2026, 3:00 PM
Last updated Jul 7, 2026
The Houston Astros saw impressive performances from multiple prospects during the week of June 29 to July 5. Chase Call batted.526 with 13 RBIs, while Nehomar Ochoa hit.455 with 7 RBIs. Other notable hitters included Josh Wakefield at.381 and Waner Luciano at.348 with 4 home runs. On the pitching side, Javier Perez threw 5 scoreless innings with 9 strikeouts, contributing to a strong week for the team's top arms. These performances mark a significant development for the Astros' minor league system as they approach the mid-season mark.
- •Chase Call hit.526 with 3 doubles and 2 home runs.
- •Nehomar Ochoa recorded a.455 average with 4 doubles and 1 home run.
- •Josh Wakefield returned from injury with a.381 batting average.
- •Javier Perez pitched 5 scoreless innings for the Woodpeckers.
- •Astros prospects showcasing talent at mid-season leads to roster considerations.
- 3:00 PMYahoo Sports — Astros Prospect Hotlist: June 29 – July 5
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