Jake Meyers

Jake Meyers has avoided arbitration with the Houston Astros. The outfielder is scheduled to make $3.55 million in 2026.

Fantasy Impact

Meyers, who will turn 30 in June, hit a career-best .292 in 381 plate appearances with the Astros last season. He hit only three home runs after hitting a career-high 13 in 2024, but he focused more on contact, cutting his strikeout rate to a career-best 17.6% last season. Meyers also swiped a career-high 16 stolen bases in 2025. He should, once again, be a primary starter in the outfield for the Astros in 2026.

The White Sox, Dodgers, Reds and Royals are among the teams who have expressed interest in Astros OF Jake Meyers.

Fantasy Impact

Meyers has found his name in the middle of trade rumors this offseason. This will remain a situation to monitor as the winter meetings continue to progress.

Jake Meyers is drawing trade interest around the league.

Fantasy Impact

The Astros are reportedly seeking pitching in return in a trade. Meyers slashed .292/.354/.373 in 104 games last season with steady outfield defense. This will remain a situation to monitor in the offseason.

The Astros placed OF Jake Meyers on the 10-day injured list with right calf soreness.

Fantasy Impact

The season is over for Meyers. He slashed .292/.354/.373 this season across 381 at-bats.

Jake Meyers was scratched from the lineup for Friday’s game against the Angels with right calf soreness.

Fantasy Impact

It is unclear if Meyers will play in the final two games of the regular season.