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On YouTubeHouston 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.
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.
The 'Most 40 home run seasons in MLB history' quiz
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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.
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 / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 6
Jose Altuve’s candid admission on hitting approach after Astros’ loss vs. Twins
Houston Astros’ legend Jose Altuve has built a career on putting the bat on the ball better than just about anyone in the modern era. But on Thursday afternoon at Target Field, the Astros second-baseman-turned-left-fielder experienced a first…and not a good one.
Houston Astros News / Larry Brown Sports / April 5
Watch: Astros' Jose Altuve has another shaky moment in outfield
Jose Altuve is still experiencing plenty of growing pains in the outfield.
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.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / April 5
Can Astros Superstar Keep Hitting Enough To Overcome Defensive Shortcomings?
The Houston Astros made a major change to their defensive alignment this offseason when it was announced that Jose Altuve would no longer be playing second base.
Houston Astros News / Fastball on SI / April 4
Houston Astros' Jose Altuve Strikes Out 5 Times For 1st Time in Storied Career
For well over a decade, Jose Altuve has been critical to the Houston Astros' sucess. That certainly wasn't the case Thursday. The Astros came away with a 5-2 win in their series opener against the Minnesota Twins.
MLB News / Athlon Sports / April 3
Jose Altuve Hit a New Low on Thursday Against the Twins
Jose Altuve has been one of the toughest outs in baseball going all the way back to the early 2010s. Regardless of any personal opinions on him relating
MLB News / Yardbarker / March 31
One potential Hall of Famer on every American League team
Only a few games into the Major League Baseball season, many players have sparkled on the diamond. But what player on each team has displayed long-term greatness (or potential long-term greatness) good enough to be considered a candidate for the Hall of Fame?
MLB News / Yardbarker / March 28
One storyline to watch for every AL West team in 2025
For the next seven months, 30 MLB clubs will compete for a chance to make the postseason and secure a World Series title.
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
The Houston Astros were desperate to find outfielders.
Houston Astros News / Larry Brown Sports / March 13
Watch: Jose Altuve whiffs on ball in outfield
It’s a good thing it’s spring training, because Jose Altuve needs all the practice he can get in the outfield.
Houston Astros News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 7
Astros manager walks back Jose Altuve comments
Altuve has gotten the bulk of his spring training work in left field.
Houston Astros News / Just Baseball / March 7
What to Make of Jose Altuve’s Move to Left Field?
Back in January, long-time Houston Astros second baseman, Jose Altuve, was rumored to be considering a position change with the potential of Alex Bregman returning to the organization.
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.
Houston Astros News / Yardbarker / March 3
Astros gamble that this franchise legend can fill their outfield hole
Houston Astros second baseman Jose Altuve had been mentioned as a candidate to play left field in 2025. That position change is set to happen.
Houston Astros News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 3
Astros plan for Jose Altuve to spend 'majority' of time in left field
The concept of Jose Altuve moving from second base to left field first emerged when the Astros reengaged with Alex Bregman late in the offseason.
Houston Astros News / Field Level Media / February 26
Astros' Jose Altuve to make spring debut on Friday, play left field
Career second baseman Jose Altuve will make his spring training debut on Friday, and he'll do it in left field, Houston Astros manager Joe Espada told reporters on Wednesday.
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