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.

Cam Smith grounds into a force out, third baseman Javier Sanoja to catcher Agustín Ramírez. Christian Walker out at home. Victor Caratini to 3rd. Jeremy Peña to 2nd. Cam Smith to 1st.