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Altuve Hits 250th Career Home Run at Yankee Stadium and Joins Elite 250–250 Club

The milestone underscores Altuve’s rare blend of power and speed during Houston’s tight AL West race

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NEW YORK, NEW YORK - AUGUST 10: Jose Altuve #27 of the Houston Astros rounds the bases after hitting a solo home run against Max Fried #54 of the New York Yankees in the first inning during their game at Yankee Stadium on August 10, 2025 in New York City. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images)
Astros designated hitter Jose Altuve (27) achieved his 250th home run in the game against the New York Yankees at Yankee Stadium.
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Overview

  • Altuve launched a first-inning solo homer off Max Fried at Yankee Stadium for his 250th career long ball
  • He became the second active player with at least 250 home runs and 250 stolen bases, joining José Ramírez
  • The 35-year-old Venezuelan has spent his entire 15-year career with the Astros after debuting in 2011
  • His résumé includes a 2017 AL MVP, two World Series rings and six Silver Slugger awards
  • Rookie Jason Alexander delivered six one-hit innings to support Houston’s 7–1 win that concluded a nine-game road trip