Zack Short Dealing With Rib Soreness But Expected to Play

Zack Short has been a part of the Houston Astros lineup for 12 games this season, starting in half of them. He holds a batting average of .261 with six hits from 23 at-bats. Short has also contributed with one home run and five RBIs. His on-base percentage is .346, and he has an OPS of .824, showing his value to the team.

Short's recent performance includes hitting .333 over the last three games, with two hits in six at-bats and one home run. He faced an illness recently, impacting his availability on July 20, 2025. Despite these challenges, Short managed to hit well, especially in away games, where he recorded a .500 average. This performance helps the Astros, especially with the team's varying lineup needs.