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Astros' Yordan Álvarez Sprains Left Ankle; Espada Says He'll Be Out 'For a While'

Houston faces late-season lineup shuffles pending MRI results.

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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Overview

  • Álvarez slipped on home plate while scoring in the first inning against the Rangers and exited with a left ankle sprain.
  • Manager Joe Espada described the sprain as "pretty significant" and indicated Álvarez will miss time, though he remains on the active roster for now.
  • Álvarez was seen leaving the clubhouse in a walking boot and on crutches, with an MRI scheduled for Tuesday.
  • Rookie Zach Cole replaced him and went 2-for-3 with a home run and three RBIs as Jesús Sánchez shifted to left field in a 6-3 Houston win.
  • The Astros are 82-69, a half-game behind the Mariners, and hold a three-game edge over the Rangers and Guardians with a Mariners series on deck.