Blue Jays consider Jeremy Peña if Astros part ways with star shortstop
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 19, 2026, 3:16 AM
Last updated Jun 19, 2026
The Toronto Blue Jays are linked to Houston Astros shortstop Jeremy Peña, who is earning approximately $9.4 million this season. Although the Blue Jays started the season slowly, they have recently turned around their performance, achieving a record of 37-38 after sweeping the Boston Red Sox. The Astros face a roster challenge and might consider trading Peña, who has one year of team control remaining after 2026. ESPN analysts indicate a 35 percent chance of Peña being traded this summer, with the Blue Jays listed as one of the best fits for his acquisition.
- •Blue Jays are 37-38 after a recent sweep of the Red Sox.
- •Jeremy Peña could be traded if Astros decide to move him.
- •Peña makes $9.4 million and has one year of control left.
- •Other potential trade fits for Peña include Braves, Rays, and Yankees.
- •Astros and Blue Jays face pivotal decisions ahead of the August 3 trade deadline.
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"The Toronto Blue Jays could use another big bat in the middle of the lineup.
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