With Alvarez out and Kyle Tucker gone, Peña has emerged as Houston's best hitter. He's slashing .326/.380/.493, all of which would be career highs, and he's on pace to finish with more than 20 homers and 30 steals.

Jeremy Peña is in the midst of his best season in the pros and he's hoping his production leads to a longterm deal with the Astros.

Houston Astros shortstop Jeremy Peña has hired agent Scott Boras as his new representation amid a breakout season, a person with knowledge of the situation confirmed Monday. The switch comes as Peña,