Yordan Alvarez and Jeremy Peña are ready to make their Grapefruit League debuts for the Houston Astros against the Mets. Manager Joe Espada noted that José Altuve will also be making his spring debut, playing left field, which he is learning in camp. The Astros are slowly integrating their veterans into games. Injury updates reveal that reliever Shawn Dubin has inflammation in his throwing shoulder, while outfielder Pedro León is sidelined with a Grade 1 MCL strain.

On a positive note, Lance McCullers Jr. had a successful bullpen session and is expected to face hitters soon. Luis Garcia also threw off a mound and felt good, but the number of bullpens he will need remains uncertain. Additionally, the Astros have reassigned pitchers Glenn Otto and Ray Gaither to minor-league camp due to shoulder issues. The team's cautious approach aims to keep their key players healthy for the upcoming season.