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

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 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

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.

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.

The 2025 MLB trade deadline is just three days away, and a lot could change by 6 p.m. ET on Thursday. With rumors flying, here's some of what's being discussed around the league. The Orioles are looking to shop Ryan O'Hearn this week,

However, Arizona was apparently quite happy with the return, which is why they allowed the M's to strike so quickly, according to Bob Nightengale of USA Today: The Diamondbacks had no intention of trading Josh Naylor so quickly,