BREAKING: Houston Astros star Jose Altuve exited Saturday night’s 6-2 victory over the Atlanta Braves due to discomfort in his right foot. This injury scare comes as the Astros fight for the top spot in the AL West, tied with Seattle. The incident occurred during the third inning when Altuve singled to right field but was forced out at second base.
Astros manager Joe Espada confirmed the situation, stating, “He came in and he said, ‘My foot is bothering me.’ So I took him out. Just being cautious.” Altuve remained in the dugout for the remainder of the game but was evaluated by a team doctor post-game. Espada added, “We want to keep an eye on it and see how it is tomorrow.”
Altuve, a nine-time All-Star, is a pivotal player for the Astros, currently hitting .264 with 25 home runs and 70 RBIs. His durability is noteworthy, as he ranks first in the league with 144 games played and 552 at-bats this season. At 35 years old, Altuve is in his 15th season with Houston and has amassed 2,378 career hits, trailing only Hall of Famer Craig Biggio on the franchise’s all-time list.
The Astros, who are poised for a playoff push, must monitor Altuve’s condition closely as they navigate the final weeks of the regular season. Fans and teammates alike are hoping for positive news as they look ahead to tomorrow’s games.
Stay tuned for updates on Altuve’s status and the Astros’ ongoing campaign for the postseason. This developing story is critical for Houston fans as they rally around their key player.