The Cuban Gardener Peter Leon left a good impression on him debut, Last Saturday, August 3, before the manager of Astros de HoustonJoe Espada.
Performance that earned him a repeat in the starting lineup this Sundaywhen they play the last game of the weekend series against the Tampa Bay Rays.
With one hit in three plate appearances, Leon did well in his major league debut. However, a notable offensive performance in the Minor Leagues has also served as a guarantee for the 26-year-old rookie.
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The trust received by the MLB team is only the reward for his gradual growth as a baseball player in recent years, dedicated by the Cuban to the AAA affiliate of the Astros (Sugar Land Space Cowboys).
Not in vain, both last year and this year he was able to display his power with the bat at will, recording his best seasons in the MILB (Minor League Baseball) system.
21 homers and 118 hits in 128 games, he accumulated in 2023 and this 2024 he hit 19 home runs and 110 hits in 93 games played. He also has an offensive line of .297/.519/.896 so far in his campaign with the Sugar Land Space Cowboys in AAA.
He also wants to extend his good moment in this final stretch of the regular season, looking to earn a spot in his first postseason in the Major Leagues and obtain greater continuity in the Majors.
Especially considering the vital role that banking has played from the current second place in the American League West
