Jon Singleton, a 33-year-old former top MLB prospect, could soon be looking for a new home after being designated for assignment.

It's to be seen if and how much the Rays sell this deadline, but both the Mets and Astros have shown interest in second baseman Brandon Lowe, according to the New York Post. Lowe, 31, is currently on the injured list on account of foot/ankle tendinitis,

The Houston Astros have done a wonderful job of overcoming some legitimate hurdles during the 2025 MLB regular season to find the amount of success that they ha

Part of why Houston struggled against the Athletics is health, as shortstop Jeremy Peña (rib) and third baseman Isaac Paredes (hamstring) are both on the 10-day IL. Peña leads the team with a .322 batting average, which also ranks third in baseball. Meanwhile, Paredes tops the squad with 19 homers.

The 2025 MLB trade deadline is Thursday at 6 p.m. ET. If last year is anything to judge by, Wednesday and Thursday are going to be chaotic, with several teams making last-minute decisions on whether to be buyers, sellers or some hybrid combination of the two.

However, the team's latest move comes at the expense of fan-favorite slugger Jon Singleton. As Singleton's wife, Linzy Singleton, announced, the Astros have designated Singleton for Assignment. "Let me break the news." Linzy Singleton writes. "Jon was just DFA'd."

HOUSTON (AP) — Houston shortstop Jeremy Peña will begin a rehabilitation assignment at Triple-A Sugar Land on Tuesday night. Peña has been out since suffering a small rib fracture when he was hit by a pitch on June 27 against the Chicago Cubs.

Framber Valdez wasn’t happy that right fielder Taylor Trammell was shifted halfway to center field instead of in right field on the play.

The Astros also outrighted infielder Luis Guillorme, who will leave the team after going unclaimed on waivers. Singleton will either be traded, placed on waivers, or released within the next 10 days.