Houston Astros' Rising Star: Alimber Santa
Houston Astros' promising young talent, Alimber Santa, took a significant step toward the majors last week with his promotion to Triple-A Sugar Land. This move, five years in the making, followed his selection to the MLB Futures Game during the All-Star weekend, just days before the trade deadline.
Standout Season with the Space Cowboys
Since joining the Space Cowboys, the 22-year-old right-hander has been adapting well and continues to shine during what has been a standout season. Recognized as the Astros' No. 11 prospect by MLB Pipeline, Santa has earned a spot in the organization's Top 30 prospects, with the site highlighting him as one of the franchise's rising stars.
Career Progression and Skills
Prior to 2025, Santa had only one full season with an ERA below 4.00. His repertoire includes a mid-90s fastball complemented by a sharp mid-80s slider, making his stuff intriguing to scouts. However, consistency had eluded him until this year, which marked his full transition into a relief role in the minors.
Minor League Journey
He began his minor league journey at Double-A Corpus Christi...