JUNE 29, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM
HOUSTON ASTROS 88-73 · 1ST IN AL WEST
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Astros stars Yordan Álvarez, Jeremy Peña roughed up in nasty outfield collision against Mets The Astros did not offer details on the potential injuries suffered by either player, but both appeared in the clubhouse postgame.
Jeremy Peña - Being evaluated for concussion Pena is being evaluated for a concussion following Wednesday's win over the Mets, Chandler Rome of the Houston Chronicle reports.
Impact Pena is dealing with a mouth lateration but is also being examined for a concussion following Wednesday's outfield collision that forced him out of the game. The 24-year-old is traveling back to Houston with the team Wednesday, but it's not yet clear whether he'll be available to begin the Astros' series against the Yankees on Thursday.
JUNE 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Yordan Alvarez - Being evaluated for concussion Alvarez is being evaluated for a concussion after exiting Wednesday's game against the Mets, Chandler Rome of the Houston Chronicle reports.
Impact The 25-year-old was involved in a collision in left field Wednesday and was struck in the face by Jeremy Pena's arm. Alvarez remained down for several minutes after the incident but was able to walk to the cart that took him off the field. He'll travel with the team back to Houston, but his availability for the weekend series against the Yankees will depend on whether he's ultimately diagnosed with a concussion.
JUNE 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Mets lose, 2-0, in pitching duel to Astros and Justin Verlander Taijaun Walker refused to be outdueled by Justin Verlander in the Mets’ 2-0 loss to the Astros on Wednesday at Citi Field. Walker threw 7.1...
JUNE 29, 2022 • MERCURYNEWS.COM
Jeremy Peña - Exit attributed to mouth laceration Pena's teammate, Justin Verlander, said that the rookie shortstop exited Wednesday's 2-0 win over the Mets in the eighth inning with a mouth laceration, Brian McTaggart of MLB.com...
Impact Manager Dusty Baker declined to discuss the nature of the injuries Pena and Yordan Alvarez sustained in their outfield collision, but Verlander was at least willing to give the media with an update on the former player. Assuming Pena doesn't require any sort of major dental surgery and avoided any further injuries in the collision, he'll have a good chance at being back in the lineup for Thursday's game against the Yankees. Pena, who went 1-for-4 at the plate before his exit, looked as though he was initially going to stay in the game, but he ultimately walked off to the dugout after consulting with team trainers.
JUNE 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Astros' Yordan Alvarez carted off with injury after collision with Jeremy Pena in matchup vs. Mets Pena also left the game following the hit.
JUNE 29, 2022 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM
Castro's clutch HR seals JV's MLB-leading 10th win NEW YORK -- Jason Castro’s first home run of the year couldn’t have come at a better time for the Astros. Castro slugged a two-out, two-run...
JUNE 29, 2022 • MLB.COM
Astros' Alvarez carted off field after collision with Peña Astros left fielder Yordan Alvarez was carted off the field in the eighth inning of Wednesday's game against the Mets after colliding with s...
JUNE 29, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM
Verlander dominates, Castro homers, Astros beat Mets 2-0
Justin Verlander pitched two-hit ball for eight innings, light-hitting backup catcher Jason Castro lined a two-run homer in the ninth and the Houston Astros beat the Mets 2-0 to se...JUNE 29, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Yordan Alvarez carted off after outfield collision Astros left fielder Yordan Alvarez was carted off the field in the eighth inning of Houston's game against the Mets on Wednesday at Citi Fie...
JUNE 29, 2022 • MLB.COM
Astros' Álvarez, Peña hurt in collision chasing Mets popup
Houston left fielder Yordan Álvarez and shortstop Jeremy Peña were hurt when they collided in the eighth inning of a game against the New York Mets while running down a popupJUNE 29, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Jeremy Peña - Leaves after collision with Alvarez Pena was removed from Wednesday's game against the Mets in the eighth inning after he was involved in a collision in the outfield with teammate Yordan Alvarez, Chandler Rome of the...
Impact Both players were shaken up in the incident, but Alvarez appeared to absorb the brunt of the collision. Pena was the first of the two to get up from the field and was able to walk to the dugout under his own power, while the Astros called out a cart for Alvarez. The nature and extent of the injuries to Pena and Alvarez likely won't be announced until after the contest, but both could be in danger of missing time. Mauricio Dubon came off the bench to replace Pena at shortstop.
JUNE 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Yordan Alvarez - Carted off after collision Alvarez was removed in the eighth inning of Wednesday's game against the Mets after he was involved in a collision with teammate Jeremy Pena in the outfield, Chandler Rome of the H...
Impact Alvarez appeared to absorb the brunt of the collision with Pena, who was also removed from the game but was able to walk off the field under his own power. Meanwhile, the Astros called out a cart for Alvarez, who was also able to stand up and walk to the vehicle before he was driven to the locker room. The exact nature and severity of the injuries to Alvarez and Pena aren't immediately clear, but manager Dusty Baker should have an update on both players' situations following the game.
JUNE 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Astros vs. Mets prediction, betting odds for MLB on Wednesday The New York Mets face the Houston Astros in MLB on Wednesday. This preview includes our best bet of the game.
JUNE 29, 2022 • PENNLIVE.COM
Jake Odorizzi - Set for second rehab start Odorizzi (lower leg) is scheduled to make his second rehab start Wednesday with Double-A Corpus Christi, Chandler Rome of the Houston Chronicle reports.
Impact Odorizzi will drop down to the Double-A level after he made his first rehab start last week at Triple-A Sugar Land. He worked three innings for Sugar Land in his first game action since suffering the left leg injury during his May 16 start with Houston, striking out four while allowing two earned runs on two hits and two walks. Depending how deep into Wednesday's start Odorizzi goes and how well he performs, he could be cleared to return from the 15-day injured list next week. It's unclear if the Astros plan on immediately reinserting Odorizzi into the rotation upon his activation, but Jose Urquidy would likely be most at risk of moving to the bullpen or heading to the minors if Odorizzi is brought back as a starter.
JUNE 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Martín Maldonado - Takes seat Wednesday Maldonado isn't starting Wednesday against the Mets.
Impact Maldonado is getting a breather after he went 1-for-11 with seven strikeouts over the last three games. Jason Castro is taking over behind the dish and batting eighth.
JUNE 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Alex Bregman - Tallies three hits Bregman went 3-for-5 with a run scored and an RBI Tuesday against the Mets.
Impact Bregman was part of a four-run rally for the Astros in the first inning, delivering an RBI single and coming around to score on a three-run home run by Kyle Tucker. Bregman is hitting .412 with three homers, eight RBI and nine runs scored across his last 10 starts. He is still hitting only .242 on the season, though his .772 OPS is in line with his performance in recent campaigns.
JUNE 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Jake Meyers - Drives in first run Meyers went 2-for-4 with an RBI on Tuesday against the Mets.
Impact Meyers managed his first RBI of the season when he delivered a single to score Kyle Tucker in the fourth inning. He's been in the starting lineup for every game since being activated from the 60-day injured list and has collected four hits across 14 at-bats. Meyers will need to make more consistent contact -- he's striking out at a 50 percent clip -- to hold off Mauricio Dubon and potentially Chas McCormick in the long term, but he appears to be in line for everyday playing time for the time being.
JUNE 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Yordan Alvarez - Slugs 23rd homer Alvarez went 3-for-3 with two walks, a two-run home run and two runs scored Tuesday against the Mets.
Impact Alvarez returned from a one-game absence caused by a minor nagging hand injury. He looked healthy at the plate, first singling in the opening inning. Four frames later, he launched his 23rd home of the season and sixth in his last eight starts. Alvarez has had an incredible campaign through 66 games, maintaining a .453 wOBA and 205 wRC+.
JUNE 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Yuli Gurriel - Slugs sixth homer Gurriel went 2-for-4 with a two-run home run Tuesday against the Mets.
Impact Gurriel took Chasen Shreve yard in the fifth inning to record his sixth home run of the season. He's in the midst of a five-game hitting streak, during which he's driven in three and scored two runs. Gurriel is hitting just .228 on the campaign, though he's raised that mark to .247 across 23 games in June.
JUNE 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Astros look to close out 2-game series win against the Mets
The Houston Astros will attempt to sweep a two-game series against the New York Mets on WednesdayJUNE 29, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Tucker, Alvarez homer as Astros roll past Mets 9-1 NEW YORK (AP) — Kyle Tucker had a three-run homer and a stolen base, Yordan Alvarez hit his 23rd home run and Framber Valdez pitched a gem t...
JUNE 29, 2022 • WINNIPEGFREEPRESS.COM
Mets embarrassed by Astros again in blowout loss behind Carlos Carrasco The unforgiving Astros continued their tour of New York City. President Barack Obama was still roaming the White House the last time the Met...
JUNE 29, 2022 • MERCURYNEWS.COM
Framber Valdez - Eight scoreless innings in win Valdez (8-3) earned the victory Tuesday against the Mets, striking out five in eight shutout innings while allowing six hits and two walks.
Impact In a typical outing for Valdez, the lefty retired 12 batters on ground balls and induced two double-plays. It was the 12th straight time he's tossed at least six innings in a start. For June, the 28-year-old compiled a 2.81 ERA and 31:11 K:BB in 32 innings.
JUNE 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Tucker homers, Valdez goes 8 in Astros' 9-1 romp over Mets
Kyle Tucker had a three-run homer and a stolen base, Yordan Alvarez hit his 23rd home run and Framber Valdez pitched a gem to lift the Houston Astros over the New York Mets 9-1JUNE 29, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
