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- Jake Kaplan opened up his mailbag to answer some fan questions, starting with whether or not Jeremy Pena will be the Opening Day shortstop for Houston (The Athletic, $$$)
- Meanwhile, a not-insignificant portion of Astros fans are holding out hope for Correa’s return, which might be more likely now that it seems the Cubs are out (Houston Chronicle)
- Jose Cruz Jr. is heading to Rice University to coach their baseball team, which marks the fulfillment of a lifelong dream for him (Astros.com)
- Speaking of Houston coaches, the Astros seem to be finalizing their staff for next season (MLB Trade Rumors)
- At the same time the team is postponing FanFest as COVID surges through the state (ABC 13)
- If you like Houston sports uniforms and utility boxes then all your dreams might just be coming true (Uni Watch)
- The New York Times will be purchasing for the Athletic for a tidy sum of $550M whim whams (MLB Trade Rumors)
- Here are the prospects that look poised for a breakout season in 2022 (MLB.com)
- The US mint is releasing a new commemorative set of coins celebrating the Negro Leagues (MLB.com)