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Astros Place Yordan Alvarez on 10-Day IL with Right Hand Inflammation

The All-Star slugger’s absence, retroactive to May 3, follows a slow start to the season and leaves Houston adjusting its lineup with César Salazar recalled from Triple-A.

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Apr 29, 2025; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Astros designated hitter Yordan Alvarez (44) hits an RBI single during the seventh inning against the Detroit Tigers at Daikin Park. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images/File Photo
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Overview

  • Yordan Alvarez, a three-time All-Star, was placed on the 10-day injured list due to right hand inflammation, retroactive to May 3, after missing two games against the White Sox.
  • Astros manager Joe Espada revealed Alvarez had been dealing with soreness for several days, with discomfort impacting his swing prior to Saturday’s game.
  • This marks Alvarez’s second IL stint for right hand inflammation, following a similar issue in July 2022, raising durability concerns for the slugger.
  • Alvarez is off to a career-worst start in 2025, slashing .210/.306/.340 with three home runs and 18 RBIs in 29 games, a steep drop from his elite past performances.
  • Catcher César Salazar was recalled from Triple-A Sugar Land to fill Alvarez’s roster spot, providing Houston with additional lineup flexibility as the team navigates its offensive struggles.