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Astros’ Yordan Alvarez Exits With Left Ankle Sprain as Team Plans MRI

Houston awaits imaging to determine severity during a tight AL West race.

Houston Astros' Yordan Alvarez, left, hobbles to the dugout with help from Christian Walker, right, after injuring himself while scoring a run on Carlos Correa's RBI single against the Texas Rangers during the first inning of a baseball game Monday, Sept. 15, 2025, in Houston. (AP Photo/Karen Warren)
Sep 14, 2025; Cumberland, Georgia, USA; Houston Astros left fielder Yordan Alvarez (44) scores a run against the Atlanta Braves during the first inning at Truist Park. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-Imagn Images
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Houston Astros' Yordan Alvarez, front right, scores on an RBI single hit by Carlos Correa against the Texas Rangers during the first inning of a baseball game Monday, Sept. 15, 2025, in Houston. (AP Photo/Karen Warren)

Overview

  • Alvarez was hurt in the first inning when his left foot slipped on home plate as he scored on a throwing error by Rangers pitcher Jack Leiter.
  • He left the game after scoring and did not take the field in the second inning, with Zach Cole entering in right and Jesús Sánchez shifting to left.
  • Manager Joe Espada said Alvarez will undergo an MRI on his left ankle, and reporters observed him on crutches in a walking boot postgame.
  • The three-time All-Star returned on Aug. 26 after missing about 100 games with a right-hand fracture and has posted a 1.024 OPS in 18 games since.
  • No timetable has been announced as the Astros battle the Mariners and Rangers in a closely packed division and wild-card race.