Jeremy Peña of Houston Astros Secures Heart and Hustle Award for 2023

Houston Astros infielder Jeremy Peña has been honored with the team's Heart and Hustle Award for the 2023 season, as announced by Major League Baseball on Tuesday. This accolade, voted on annually by former MLB player alumni, recognizes players who demonstrate passion, dedication, and the spirit of the game. A league-wide winner will be selected at the season's end. Peña was chosen from the Astros' roster by a select panel of team alumni, highlighting his outstanding contributions on and off the field. Throughout the season, Peña has been a standout hitter for Houston, despite missing time due to a rib injury. He returned earlier this month and continues to excel at shortstop. In 86 games, he boasts a career-high batting average of .324, along with an on-base percentage of .380 and a slugging percentage of .495, culminating in an .875 OPS. He has also hit 11 home runs and driven in 43 RBIs. This season, Peña earned his first All-Star selection and played a pivotal role in Houston's championship run. As a rookie, he contributed significantly to the Astros' World Series victory and was named MVP of both the American League Championship Series and the World Series. Additionally, h...