Ronel Blanco

Ronel Blanco allowed four earned runs on two hits and three walks while striking out eight over 4 2/3 innings in Monday's win over the Marlins.

Fantasy Impact

Blanco fell victim to the long ball in his season debut, allowing two two-run home runs to the Marlins. The right-hander will look to offer manager Joe Espada a stable starting option in an underwhelming Astros rotation to this point moving forward.

The Astros activated Ronel Blanco from the injured list.

Fantasy Impact

Blanco will make his return on Monday for the first time in over a year from Tommy John surgery. He'll likely be eased back.

Ronel Blanco will be activated to start Monday's game against the Marlins.

Fantasy Impact

Blanco will be making his first start in over a year working his way back from Tommy John surgery. He'll be a wait-and-see for fantasy managers.

Astros right-hander Ronel Blanco pitched two scoreless innings on 36 pitches for Triple-A Sugar Land on Tuesday.

Fantasy Impact

While only half of his 36 pitches went for strikes, Blanco managed to pitch a pair of scoreless frames before the game was called due to weather. Blanco, who could return to the Astros' rotation once healthy, has been sidelined since undergoing Tommy John surgery after nine starts in 2025 and is expected to return in late July, although early August could also be a possibility depending on his build-up.

Astros GM Dana Brown mentioned Ronel Blanco as a candidate to replace Mike Burrows in the starting rotation.

Fantasy Impact

Blanco is scheduled to pitch in a rehab game on Tuesday. Prospect Ethan Pecko was also mentioned as an option.