Every season, some guys come out of nowhere to be major contributors to a team's success. We're not necessarily talking about the guys who were expected to take the leap, either. Instead, we're talking about the under-the-radar types, like Bryan King was for the Houston Astros last year, who become vital.
For the 2026 version of the Astros, there are a bunch of unknowns up and down the roster. Sure, you have your staples like Yordan Alvarez, Hunter Brown, and Jose Altuve, but beyond the collection of well-known veterans, there are a lot of unproven talents littering the pitching staff and the outfield primarily.