Pena has two more years of team control on his contract and is currently set to hit free agency after the 2027 campaign. The Astros appear motivated to get him locked down for the future, but they'll have to wait as Pena's camp pivots to Boras.

Astros in Danger of Losing All-Star Jeremy Pena After $100 Million Contract Talks Stall originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Astros shortstop Jeremy Pena is having a resurgent season that has taken the entire baseball world by storm, and also putting him in line for a hefty contract extension when he becomes a free agent in 2027.

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