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Houston Astros star shortstop Jeremy Peña has been placed on the 10-day injured list due to a fractured rib sustained from a pitch, with no clear return timetable. Peña, having a breakout season with impressive offensive and defensive stats, is a significant loss for the team. The Astros may consider prospects like Brice Matthews or other internal options to fill his position during his absence.
The Houston Astros defeated the Toronto Blue Jays 11-4, with Blue Jays pitcher Alek Manoah struggling to get through the first inning. After allowing a single and a bunt, Manoah attempted to physically blow the ball into foul territory, but it didn't work. The Astros scored six runs in the first inning, with a grand slam from Corey Julks. Manoah's season has been difficult, with a 6.36 ERA and 42 walks in 58 innings pitched. The Astros have been heating up, scoring at least five runs in nine of their last 11 games.
Today's MLB player prop picks include McClanahan Over 17.5 outs, Gallen Over 6.5 strikeouts, and Pena Under 1.5 strikeouts. Gallen has been performing well this season and is expected to deliver for the Diamondbacks against the Giants. Meanwhile, McClanahan is favored to get over 17.5 outs against the Yankees, and Pena is expected to have under 1.5 strikeouts against the White Sox.