Lucas Spence promoted to Astros after catching 11-pound walleye

Houston Astros prospect Lucas Spence received a callup to the major leagues while fishing with his father during the Triple-A break. Spence, a 23-year-old outfielder, will make his debut in center field following the injury of Brice Matthews. This marks a quick rise for Spence, who was undrafted in 2024 and has impressed in the minors, particularly with a recent.699 OPS in Triple-A. His promotion comes as the Astros seek to bolster their outfield ahead of the trade deadline. Spence is rated as a top prospect in the Astros' system, and his addition is intended to address the team's hitting struggles in the outfield.

• 12:15 AMYahoo Sports — It's no fish story, Lucas Spence gets call from Houston Astros after landing an 11-pound walleye