Astros’ Jose Altuve’s new position prompts his same selflessness: ‘I think that’s honorable’
Selflessness is a hallmark of Altuve’s career, but still so rare for someone of his stature. Rafael Devers’ comments on Monday afternoon only accentuate things. That Altuve even accepted the club’s choice to explore another position for him is a luxury few other clubs could ever count on from a Cooperstown-bound player.
Diving into Jose Altuve's move to left field
Brian Kenny dives into Jose Altuve's statistics over the last few years and why the move to left field may not workout
Can't imagine Jose Altuve playing left field? Check out this video from Spring Training
Well, as we all know now, Bregman did not end up back in Houston. He landed in Boston, but apparently the idea of Altuve in left field stuck. On his first day at CACTI Park of the Palm Beaches for Spring Training, Altuve was working out with the outfielders.
Houston Astros' Jose Altuve 'getting after it' as outfield introduction ramps up at spring training
Jose Altuve has yet to take ground balls at second base in cap, an indication of how serious the Astros are about the idea of him seeing time in left field.
Altuve still testing the waters in left field -- even without Bregman
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.
Jose Altuve leads through position flexibility, hopes to finish career with Houston Astros
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.
Astros insider gives update on Jose Altuve’s outfield transition
This offseason, the Houston Astros lost a key long-term part of their infield when third baseman Alex Bregman decided to sign with the Boston Red Sox in free agency. The Astros are a proud franchise that’s looking to continue in their winning ways despite undergoing a few roster transitions,
Told you so: Jose Altuve knew the Astros would regret letting Alex Bregman walk
When Houston Astros second baseman José Altuve urged the organization to re-sign Alex Bregman this past offseason, it was a ...
6 MLB position changes to watch this spring: Jazz Chisholm Jr., Jose Altuve, Mike Trout set to appear somewhere new in 2025
One of the more interesting things to watch in MLB spring training is players moving to new positions, and this season features no shortage of such situations. Sometimes, a player changes position due ...
What we’re seeing at Astros spring training as Grapefruit League games begin
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla — Nothing signals the start of a spring training schedule like a split-squad. The Houston Astros will ...
Former MVP Jose Altuve Set to Kick Off Spring Training in Shocking Fashion
We've heard the rumors, but now they are true. Jose Altuve is going to get some real opportunity in left field for the ...
Fantasy baseball second base rankings: Ketel Marte, Jose Altuve stand tall
The Diamondbacks' Ketel Marte posted career-best power numbers a year ago, making him a top target at a position better known ...
Mets' Sean Manaea to miss start of season because of oblique strain
New York Mets pitcher Sean Manaea was diagnosed with an oblique strain and will likely start the season on the injured list, ...
Houston Astros prospect Brice Matthews to get looks at second base. He embraces the opportunity
With the Houston Astros' immediate plans at second base in flux, top prospect Brice Matthews will get his opportunities there this spring.
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Jose Altuve, Yordan Alvarez’s defensive shift faces heavy criticism from MLB analyst
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.