Top Astros Prospect Brown Impresses in AFL
Houston Astros top prospect Hunter Brown is looking to put his injury issues behind him with a strong showing in the 2025 Arizona Fall League. The 2024 first-round pick catcher Walker Janek is another Astros player to watch in the AFL as he aims to stamp his value.
Brown, the Astros' first-round selection in 2024, is determined to leave his injury troubles in the past and make a statement this offseason. After an up-and-down 2025 campaign, the highly touted prospect is eager to showcase his skills and prove he's ready for the next level.
Veteran Catcher Maldonado Announces Retirement
In other Astros news, longtime MLB catcher Martín Maldonado has announced his retirement from baseball after a 15-season career. Maldonado, perhaps best known for his role in six different Astros playoff runs, hung up his cleats on Saturday.
The veteran backstop was a key contributor to the Astros' success over the years, providing steady defense and leadership behind the plate. His retirement marks the end of an era for the Houston franchise, which will now need to find a replacement to fill Maldonado's void.
TL;DR
- Top Astros prospect Hunter Brown looking to bounce back from injuries with strong AFL performance
- Veteran catcher Martín Maldonado retires after 15-season MLB career, including six playoff runs with the Astros
- Astros will need to address the void left by Maldonado's retirement in the offseason
- Catcher Walker Janek, another 2024 Astros draft pick, also aiming to impress in the Arizona Fall League