Seven players sent to minor league camp

HOUSTON, TX - This morning, the Astros sent the following seven players to minor league camp: IF Matt Duffy, IF Nolan Fontana, IF Colin Moran, C Roberto Pena, RHP Jason Stoffel, OF Preston Tucker, RHP Alex White.

White was optioned to minor league camp. All other players were reassigned. With today's moves, the Astros Major League Spring Training roster is now at 44 players.

The Astros, who are 7-5-3 thus far this Spring, will play their final Grapefruit League game in Florida on April 1 before flying to Corpus Christi for an exhibition game vs. the Double A Hooks on April 2. Houston will then host exhibition games at Minute Maid Park vs. the Kansas City Royals on April 3-4 before hosting the Cleveland Indians in the Home Opener on April 6.