Houston Astros manager Joe Espada gives good news on Jeremy Pena amid the All-Star shortstop taking an off day.

Manager Joe Espada said sitting Jeremy Peña was part of his "buildup" after missing more than a month because of injury.

The Houston Astros are easing shortstop Jeremy Pena back into their lineup as he continues to recover from injuries.

It appears to be a routine day off for Pena, who has reached base four times and driven in three runs in the first two games of the series. The Astros will turn to Mauricio Dubon at shortstop in ...