Astros All-Star SS Jeremy Peña

Astros shortstop makes second straight All-Star team

Mar. 5, 2026 at 10:20pm

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Houston Astros shortstop Jeremy Peña has been named to the American League All-Star team for the second consecutive season. Peña, 24, is in his third year in the major leagues and has emerged as one of the top young players in baseball.

Why it matters

Peña's selection to the All-Star team is a testament to his continued development and solidifies his status as a rising star in the league. The Astros have built a perennial contender around young talent like Peña, and his inclusion on the All-Star roster further cements Houston's place among the elite teams in Major League Baseball.

The details

Peña, who was the 2022 ALCS MVP and World Series champion with the Astros, is batting .301 with 15 home runs and 48 RBIs so far this season. He has established himself as one of the best defensive shortstops in the game, winning a Gold Glove award in 2022.

  • Peña was named to the 2026 American League All-Star team on July 2, 2026.
  • The 2026 MLB All-Star Game will be played on July 14, 2026.

The players

Jeremy Peña

A 24-year-old shortstop for the Houston Astros who has been named to the American League All-Star team for the second consecutive season.

Houston Astros

A professional baseball team that plays in the American League West division of Major League Baseball. The Astros have built a perennial contender around young talent like Jeremy Peña.

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What they’re saying

“Jeremy Peña has proven himself to be one of the premier shortstops in the game. His combination of elite defense and developing offensive skills make him a cornerstone player for the Astros.”

— Dusty Baker, Manager, Houston Astros

What’s next

Peña will participate in the 2026 MLB All-Star Game on July 14, 2026 in Los Angeles.

The takeaway

Peña's second consecutive All-Star selection at just 24 years old underscores the Astros' ability to develop elite young talent and maintain their status as one of the top teams in baseball.