Astros' Jose Altuve Begins Rehab Assignment, Targets Return

Astros star second baseman Jose Altuve will start a rehab assignment in Triple-A after surgery for a broken thumb.
Altuve has been sidelined since March and this has been his longest absence from the team.
The Astros have struggled without Altuve, a perennial All-Star and team leader.
Mauricio Dubón has filled in well for Altuve but the Astros need their star back.
Altuve's return will be a big boost for the Astros as they try to climb in the AL West standings.