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

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

This article was originally published on www.si.com/mlb/astros as Astros Receive Good News About Jeremy Pena Despite Injury Scare. As the Houston Astros continue with a big series against the Boston Red Sox, they can breathe a sigh of relief about one of their key players.