Jose Altuve: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Houston Astros News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 29

Astros’ Jeremy Peña reacts to Jose Altuve’s support for contract extension

The Houston Astros have a history of keeping homegrown stars, and Jose Altuve is making sure Jeremy Peña remains a part of that tradition. After a public statement from the ‘Stros star calling for a long-term extension for Peña, the young shortstop responded with humility and gratitude, showing just how much Houston means to him.

MLB News / Field Level Media / April 28

Astros power past early deficit, down Tigers 8-5

Christian Walker and Jose Altuve socked two-run home runs, and the Houston Astros rallied from an early three-run deficit to defeat the visiting Detroit Tigers 8-5 in the opener of a three-game series Monday.

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Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / April 28

Astros come back after being down early, win 8-5 in Tigers opener

Matching two-run shots from Altuve and Walker lead a comeback for second-straight win after the shutouts in KC Despite leaving down 3-2, Houston Astros starter Ronel Blanco had a decent start, only allowing three hits.

Jose Altuve News / Larry Brown Sports / April 28

Jose Altuve makes big request of Astros

Jose Altuve continues to shake up the Etch-A-Sketch this season. The Houston Astros star Altuve was notably absent from his longtime leadoff spot during Monday’s game against the Detroit Tigers.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / April 28

Houston Astros Legend Urges Ownership to Sign Star Infielder to Extension

When it comes to Jose Altuve, the Houston Astros have never been shy about showing him the money. The 35-year-old franchise legend is in the first year of a five-year extension that will pay him $125 million.

MLB News / Royals Review / April 26

Six winners and zero losers as the Royals defeat the Astros 2-0 to win their sixth in a row

Jose Altuve is probably longing for his trash can The Royals have won six in a row. They lost eight out of ten over their last road trip, but in the two homestands surrounding that road trip, the Royals have now won 10 of 12.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / April 26

MLB Insider Sees Houston Astros as Trade Fit For All-Star Slugger

The Houston Astros desperately need more impact bats on offense and could look to the trade market for that help. Moving Jose Altuve to left field really hasn't been as disastrous as many expected it would be.

Houston Astros News / Athlon Sports / April 23

Astros Urged to Trade for Former MVP Finalist as Jose Altuve Replacement

Houston Astros games look quite different thus far with Brendan Rogers, not perennial All-Star Jose Altuve, manning second base. Barring anything unexpected, don’t plan on seeing Altuve shift from left field back to second for any potential playoff run.

MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 23

Astros named as trade fit for Rays All-Star, with Jose Altuve catch

The MLB trade deadline isn’t until July 31, but rumors are already suggesting that teams like the Houston Astros could make a notable move.

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MLB News / Houston Astros on SI / April 18

Houston Astros Should Trade For Chicago White Sox Former All-Star Outfielder

With the Houston Astros off to a bit of a slow start to the year, they might want to consider making a trade to help bolster their lineup. This offseason, the Astros were one of the most active teams in terms of players coming and going.

Houston Astros News / Yardbarker / April 13

Is series win over Angels a sign of things to come for Astros?

The Houston Astros have been a legitimate championship contender for the better part of the last decade. However, up until their most recent series, the Astros were limping along throughout the first two weeks of the 2025 season.

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Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / April 10

Astros Star Switching Positions Has Not Impacted His Ability on Offense

The Houston Astros are off to a sluggish start to the season and concerns are still surrounding the team after a chaotic winter. Due to all the changes for the Astros this offseason, there was reason to be concerned about how the team would perform in 2025. So far those concerns have been validated early on.

Houston Astros News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 9

Astros GM keeps it real on Jose Altuve’s left field transition

The Houston Astros switched things up this season after moving Jose Altuve off of second base and into the outfield. However, his transition over to left field has been quite the roller coaster so far, as, at times, the two-time World Series winner has struggled to begin the season.

Houston Astros News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 6

Astros veteran Jose Altuve’s 1 ongoing ‘problem’ with transition to outfield

One of the more interesting subplots of the Houston Astros’ 2025 season is Jose Altuve’s ongoing transition to left field, his new defensive home after spending the entirety of his big league career prior to this year at second base.

MLB News / Field Level Media / April 6

Astros rally from six down to slay Twins

Jose Altuve delivered a go-ahead single in the top of the 10th inning, and the Houston Astros rallied for a 9-7 win over the Minnesota Twins on Sunday afternoon in Minneapolis.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / April 6

Astros Not Wavering on Jose Altuve in Left Field Despite Latest Error Against Twins

It's been a bit of a roller coaster for Jose Altuve and the Houston Astros in their series against the Minnesota Twins. Coming off their sweep against the San Francisco Giants, the Astros were able to bounce back by securing a win in Game 1 of their set with the Twins.

Houston Astros News / Larry Brown Sports / April 5

Watch: Astros' Jose Altuve has another shaky moment in outfield

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Houston Astros News / Yardbarker / April 5

Astros need to end Jose Altuve experiment

Altuve has looked lost in left as the Astros are embarrassing a franchise icon by playing him out of position.

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Houston Astros News / Larry Brown Sports / March 19

Jose Altuve had another brutal play in the outfield

Jose Altuve continues to be an adventure in the outfield. Altuve was in left field for the Houston Astros’ spring training game against the New York Mets at CACTI Park of the Palm Beaches in Palm Beach, Fla., on Wednesday.

Houston Astros News / Yardbarker / March 19

Position change for Astros star may not be permanent

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Houston Astros News / Larry Brown Sports / March 13

Watch: Jose Altuve whiffs on ball in outfield

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Houston Astros News / Field Level Media / March 3

Astros’ Jose Altuve to play ‘majority’ of games in LF

After experimenting with Jose Altuve in left field at spring training, the Houston Astros are flipping the switch. The career infielder will play a "majority" of his games this season in left, manager Joe Espada said Monday.