Jeremy Peña Discusses How New Astros Players Are Embracing Houston’s Winning Culture
The Houston Astros have established themselves as one of the premier teams in Major League Baseball, clinching a postseason berth for eight consecutive years. With four World Series appearances and two championships since 2017, they’ve built a legacy of dominance. However, as the 2025 season unfolds, the Astros are navigating significant changes, including trading star outfielder Kyle Tucker to the Chicago Cubs and losing veteran third baseman Alex Bregman to free agency.
Despite these departures, shortstop Jeremy Peña is confident that the new crop of Astros players is more than capable of upholding the team’s winning tradition. Peña, who has been a key part of the team’s success in recent years, believes that the fresh faces brought in during the offseason are eager to contribute and have already embraced the team’s championship mindset.
“The team looks great. I feel like these guys we brought in during the offseason—Christian Walker, Paredes, Rodgers—are all ready to win,” Peña shared in an interview with Ken Rosenthal via FOX Sports: MLB on X. “They’ve fit right into the culture. They know what has to get done, and they show up every single day, putting in the work.”
Peña’s optimism reflects the collective determination of the new players to integrate seamlessly into Houston’s culture of excellence. The Astros have long been known for their relentless work ethic and commitment to winning, and Peña believes the incoming players understand the high expectations that come with wearing the Astros uniform. From day one, they’ve shown that they’re not only prepared to compete but also eager to contribute to the team’s success.
With a revamped roster and a renewed sense of purpose, the Astros are gearing up for another season where the goal is simple: keep the winning streak alive. The new players have been quick to adopt the winning mentality that has made the Astros a dominant force in baseball for nearly a decade. For Peña and the rest of the team, the journey continues, with the hope that the new additions will help extend Houston’s remarkable legacy.
As the Astros look to maintain their competitive edge, the bond between returning veterans like Peña and the fresh faces will be pivotal in ensuring that Houston remains one of the league’s elite teams. The question now is: Can this new-look Astros squad continue their winning ways and push for another championship? Only time will tell, but with players like Peña leading the way, the future looks promising.