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Astros' Brice Matthews Earns Opening Day Spot Amid Competition

4/9/2026

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Brice Matthews, the Houston Astros' No. 4 prospect, earned an Opening Day roster spot after outperforming Zach Cole in spring training.
Primarily an infielder, Matthews is moving to the outfield because the roster is crowded.
His roster status appears temporary and depends on Zach Cole's performance after his injury.
Matthews hit a 434-foot, 111.1-mph homer.
He faces a 52.6% strikeout rate, and he must improve contact to secure his place.

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Story summary

Brice Matthews, the Houston Astros' No. 4 prospect, earned an Opening Day roster spot after outperforming Zach Cole in spring training.
Primarily an infielder, Matthews is moving to the outfield because the roster is crowded.
His roster status appears temporary and depends on Zach Cole's performance after his injury.
Matthews hit a 434-foot, 111.1-mph homer.
He faces a 52.6% strikeout rate, and he must improve contact to secure his place.