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Astros Send Clear Jose Altuve Message After Latest Win

Friday morning discussion question: Who would you choose as the greatest player in Houston Astros history? At least we have an idea of who the person running the Astros' official X/Twitter account would pick.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / June 12

Houston Astros Fan Favorite Has Franchise Legend in Sight for Career Hits

Play him at second base, outfielder or designated hitter and it doesn’t matter. Houston Astros star Jose Altuve keeps producing. In Wednesday’s game against the Chicago White Sox, Altuve batted third and played at second base, the position he played nearly every game at before he moved to play left field on a part-time basis this season.

Houston Astros News / Field Level Media / June 12

Jose Altuve, Astros chase series triumph vs. White Sox

After making just five starts at second base over the Astros' first 37 games, veteran Jose Altuve manned second for the fifth time in his past nine starts on Wednesday as Houston pounded out a 10-2 win over the visiting Chicago White Sox.

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Jose Altuve News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 12

Astros’ Jose Altuve’s defensive future revealed amid prospect call-up

The Houston Astros are reshuffling their outfield dynamics, but Jose Altuve’s role remains unchanged despite a recent shakeup. Manager Joe Espada confirmed this week that Altuve will continue to see time in left field, even after top outfield prospect Jacob Melton was called up and inserted into the lineup.

Houston Astros News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 10

Astros rumors: Houston urged to make trade that moves Jose Altuve

The Houston Astros are 6-4 in their last 10 games and have a three-game lead in the American League West. However, Astros general manager Dana Brown finds himself under pressure ahead of this year’s trade deadline.

Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / May 31

It’s time for the experiment to end

It is time to finish the Altuve to left exoeriment Every once in awhile you hear something patently ridiculous. I was minding my own business and listening

Athletics News / Field Level Media / May 28

Jose Altuve belts 2 homers as Astros pound Athletics

Jose Altuve produced his second multi-homer game in less than a week, while Hunter Brown delivered his American League-leading ninth quality start as the Houston Astros rolled to an 11-1 victory over the slumping Athletics on Tuesday.

Athletics News / Crawfish Boxes / May 27

Altuve’s two homers, four hits, Hunter Brown’s shut-down start, power Astros to 11-1 beatdown of As

Thirteen hits and four homers add up to the Astros’ most impressive offensive performance of the year The Astros clobbered the (fill in the blank) Athletics

Athletics News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 27

Astros’ Jose Altuve goes yard with massive home run vs. Athletics

Houston Astros fans believe the team can re-establish itself as an American League contender if Yordan Alvarez can stay healthy and the pitching staff avoids any more brutal injury setbacks, but there is a key X-factor that should not be dismissed.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / May 26

These Supposed Star Players Have Been Busts for Astros This Season

While the hopes for the 2025 season may not have been as high for the Houston Astros as they were throughout their recent dynastic reign, they were still expected to be much better than they have been to this point in the year.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / May 25

Why Astros Superstar Made Recent MLB All-Quarter Century Team

These days one truly needs to look at the lineup card to keep track of Houston Astros superstar Jose Altuve. The long-time second baseman has made the transition from being an everyday second baseman to being a left fielder most days.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / May 24

Alarming Decline of Astros Legend Could Mark End of Team's Legendary Run

The Houston Astros have been a massive work in progress all year at the plate following the departure of two key players this past offseason. The team has been attempting to mold its lineup around new and old pieces, with very little success to show for it.

Houston Astros News / Field Level Media / May 22

Jose Altuve's two homers spark Astros' blowout of M's

Jose Altuve produced his 12th career multi-homer game as the Houston Astros topped the Seattle Mariners 9-2 on Thursday in the opener of a four-game series.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / May 20

Astros Legendary Franchise Player Has Found Himself in Brutal Slump As of Late

The Houston Astros have had some pleasant surprises this year, but they also have had a lack of production from players they expected to be stars in 2025.

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Replacing Altuve in Left Field Must Be Top Trade Priority for Astros at Deadline

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The Royals could have acquired Jose Altuve for Eric Hosmer

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Houston Astros News / Field Level Media / May 11

Jose Altuve (hamstring) out of Astros' lineup vs. Reds

Houston Astros infielder/outfielder Jose Altuve was not in Sunday's starting lineup against the Cincinnati Reds because of right hamstring tightness. Altuve departed Saturday's game against the Reds because of the injury, with the team not expected to put its veteran on the injured list as of now.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 10

Astros star leaves game vs. Reds due to injury

Astros veteran Jose Altuve began Saturday's game against the Reds at second base, but was pinch-hit for by Brendan Rodgers in the third inning.

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Houston Astros News / Athlon Sports / April 29

Jose Altuve Sends Clear Message to Astros About Key Player's Future

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Houston Astros News / Larry Brown Sports / April 30

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 / Yardbarker / April 13

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

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