The Houston Astros are testing second baseman Jose Altuve in left field. He's practicing with the outfielders while continuing to train at second base.
Last season, Houston Astros slugger Yordan Alvarez started 54 games in the second spot and 93 in the third spot of the batting order.
Despite not bringing back free-agent third baseman Alex Bregman, a move which would have created a logjam on the infield, the Astros remain full speed ahead with trying out franchise icon Jose Altuve in left field this spring.
When Yordan Alvarez, one of the premier hitters in baseball, says his best baseball is yet to come and there’s another level he still hasn’t reached, that’s enough to get anyone’s attention. “When the big boy says that,
Despite an offseason that saw the exit of multiple top players, the Houston Astros still have more talent than most, according to MLB's Top 100 list.
Jose Altuve will play some left field. Framber Valdez is open to an extension. Are more moves coming? Latest Astros notes at MLB Trade Rumors.
Jose Altuve's unmistakable 5-foot-6 frame was an MLB fixture behind second base for over the last decade, but the Houston Astros icon is embracing a move to the outfield in the latest chapter of his book on leadership.
If the new-look Houston Astros are going to continue their run of dominating the American League West, they are going to need a monstrous season from star desig