Dezenzo's right elbow flared up while playing for Team Italy in the World Baseball Classic, and he won't do any throwing over the next few days. The injury hasn't affected him at the plate, and he remains available as a designated hitter for the Astros' remaining Grapefruit League games. (Source: Brian McTaggart)
Fantasy Impact: With Yordan Alvarez set to handle DH duties once the regular season begins, Dezenzo will need to demonstrate he can throw at full distance and velocity before camp ends to have a realistic shot at the Opening Day roster as a backup corner infielder and outfielder.
Category: Injury Updates
Pena fractured the tip of his right ring finger two weeks ago while fielding a ground ball for Team Dominican Republic in an exhibition game, an injury that kept him out of the World Baseball Classic. He resumed limited baseball activities last week and will take another step forward this weekend by swinging a bat with both hands. (Source: Chandler Rome)
Fantasy Impact: Manager Joe Espada said Wednesday that Pena "has not been ruled out" for Opening Day, though his availability will depend on how the finger responds to the increased workload over the next few days. If Pena needs time to open the season, Carlos Correa is expected to shift from third base to shortstop.
Category: Injury Updates
