HOUSTON — Just hours after finishing a workout at Minute Maid Park, Chas McCormick shocked the baseball world with the sweetest kind of breaking news — family news. The Houston Astros outfielder took to Instagram to announce that he and his wife are expecting their first child, sharing a heartwarming photo of the couple holding a tiny Astros jersey with “Baby McCormick” stitched on the back.

“It’s been a season full of battles, wins, and lessons — but this is the biggest blessing of all,” McCormick wrote. “I can’t wait to meet our little Astro.”

For Astros fans, the announcement felt like a walk-off moment of its own — one filled with joy, gratitude, and emotion. McCormick, known for his fearless outfield plays and clutch postseason heroics, showed another side of himself: the soon-to-be dad, overwhelmed but proud, preparing for his next big role.

Those close to the couple say the pregnancy news came as a ray of light after what’s been a demanding season. McCormick’s wife reportedly surprised him with the news just before the team’s final homestand — leaving the 29-year-old speechless. Teammates recalled how he couldn’t stop smiling during batting practice, and even joked that he’d “trade a few extra-base hits for a healthy baby.”

Inside the Astros clubhouse, the mood was pure celebration. “He’s going to be the best dad,” one teammate said. “We’ve seen him dive for everything in center field — now he’s diving into fatherhood.”

For Houston fans who’ve cheered McCormick since his breakout postseason in 2022, the news adds a sentimental chapter to his journey. From the adrenaline of playoff nights to the quiet moments of anticipation at home, McCormick’s story is suddenly more than just baseball — it’s about family, faith, and the beauty of new beginnings.

As his wife’s due date approaches early next spring, McCormick says he’s ready for the sleepless nights ahead — and he already has one promise for his child:

“Whether I’m out there in the outfield or rocking you to sleep, I’ll always play my heart out for you.”

For now, the Astros family — players and fans alike — have a new reason to celebrate. Because this time, the win isn’t on the scoreboard. It’s in the heart of a man who just became more than a ballplayer — he became a dad.