Jeremy Pena

Jeremy Pena is back in the lineup for the Houston Astros against the Cleveland Guardians Saturday.

Fantasy Impact

Pena returns after taking a seat on the bench for routine rest Friday night, starting at shortstop and batting leadoff against the Guardians for manager Joe Espada Saturday.

Jeremy Pena is out of the lineup for the Houston Astros against the Cleveland Guardians Friday.

Fantasy Impact

Pena will receive the night off for regular rest, with Grae Kessinger batting ninth and filling in at shortstop for manager Joe Espada against the Guardians Friday.

Jeremy Pena went 2-for-4 with a double and scored twice in the Astros' 10-4 win over the Angels.

Fantasy Impact

This performance underscores his consistent presence in the Astros' lineup, where he's maintained a .270 batting average across a hefty 585 at-bats this season. His ability to contribute in multiple categories, evidenced by his 78 runs scored and 18 stolen bases, makes him a valuable asset in most fantasy formats. While his power numbers are modest, his steady hit rate and scoring potential are beneficial, especially in leagues that reward runs and on-base percentage. Pena's fantasy managers should continue to expect solid production as he remains a key component of a potent Astros lineup.

Jeremy Pena went 2-for-5 with a double as the Astros topped the Angels 5-3.

Fantasy Impact

Despite not contributing to the run column or driving in any runs, Pena's ability to hit safely twice helps maintain his .268 average. His consistent contact with 149 hits this season, including 24 doubles, underscores his role as a steady presence in the Astros' lineup. However, his lack of power and run production in this game highlights some of the limitations in his fantasy value. Pena's moderate blend of speed and occasional power (16 stolen bases, 15 home runs) keeps him relevant in most formats, but his low walk rate and high strikeout rate could be concerning for fantasy managers looking for more consistency.

Jeremy Pena helped the Houston Astros topple the Arizona Diamondbacks 11-5.

Fantasy Impact

Pena went 2-for-5 with a home run, three RBI, and one run scored. This performance underscores his solid season, where he's maintained a .270 batting average with 15 homers and 68 RBI over 139 games. His consistent power and run production make him a valuable asset in fantasy lineups, especially at a position like shortstop where offensive output can vary widely. While his walk rate remains low, his ability to contribute across multiple categories helps balance that minor drawback. Keep riding Pena's hot bat as he continues to deliver impactful performances.