Houston Astros

Nick Allen and the Houston Astros have avoided arbitration with Allen scheduled to make $1.4 million in 2026. (Source: Chandler Rome on X)

Fantasy Impact: Allen was traded to Houston from Atlanta in November after hitting .221 in 135 games for the Braves in 2025. The shortstop, known more for his glove than for his bat, is a career .213 hitter with nine home runs in 1,176 career plate appearances between the Athletics and Braves. With Jeremy Pena and Jose Altuve locked in at shortstop and second base, respectively, Allen will be a bench piece for the Astros in 2026.

Hayden Wesneski and the Houston Astros avoided arbitration and the righthander is scheduled to make $975K in 2026. (Source: Michael Schwab on X)

Fantasy Impact: Wesneski suffered through an injury-plagued 2025 as he made only six starts for the Astros. He posted a 4.50 ERA with 29 strikeouts in 32 innings. Wesneski has pitched parts of four seasons with the Cubs and Astros and has a career ERA of 4.01. Wesneski continues to work his way back from Tommy John surgery and likely won't be ready until midseason.