Jake Meyers returns to Astros, starts in center field against Padres
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 7, 2026, 11:57 PM
Last updated Aug 7, 2026
Jake Meyers has been recalled by the Houston Astros from Triple-A Sugar Land and will start in center field for their game against the San Diego Padres on Friday at Petco Park. Meyers, who was the opening day center fielder, struggled at the plate before his demotion, hitting.206 in 52 games. He replaces Zach Dezenzo, who was sent back to Triple-A. Manager Joe Espada had previously indicated that Daulton Varsho would play center field, but both players will be in the lineup against Padres left-handed pitcher Robbie Ray.
- •Meyers batted.206 before being optioned to Triple-A in July.
- •He has a.243/.325/.351 slash line over 20 games at Triple-A.
- •Zach Dezenzo was optioned to Triple-A to make room for Meyers.
- •Meyers offers defensive depth off the bench when not starting.
- •The Astros are facing the Padres at Petco Park.
- 11:57 PMYahoo Sports — Jake Meyers is back with Houston Astros and gets start in center field
"Jake Meyers, who was the Astros' opening day centerfielder, hit .206 in 52 games before going to minors. He's back up from Sugar Land.
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