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Mon Mar 1819:58Yordan Alvarez's Removal Monday Wasn't Due To Injury
Houston Astros outfielder/designated hitter Yordan Alvarez was removed from Monday's Grapefruit League game against the Miami Marlins early, but it wasn't due to injury, with manager Joe Espada saying it was planned all along for Alvarez to take only two at-bats. The 26-year-old left-handed slugger had an injury scare a few days ago in camp, too, but that turned out to be just an eye irritation. Alvarez has proven to be injury-prone so far in his career, but his offensive exploits in a stacked Astros lineup outweigh the potential health risks. The former American League Rookie of the Year in 2019 has made the All-Star team in each of the last two seasons and has exceeded 30 homers and 90 RBI in each of the last three seasons in Houston. He's ranked as the No. 15 overall fantasy player at RotoBaller and should be fine for Opening Day on March 28 against the New York Yankees.
Source: The Athletic - Chandler RomeRotoBaller.com
Fri Mar 1522:27Yordan Alvarez's Foot Is Fine
Houston Astros manager Joe Espada said that outfielder/designated hitter Yordan Alvarez (eye) left Friday's Grapefruit League game early because of an allergic reaction in his left eye and not due to a foot injury after he fouled a ball off his right foot in his only at-bat of the game. Alvarez's eye issue isn't considered serious and he'll be just fine for Opening Day on March 28 when the Astros host the visiting New York Yankees. The 26-year-old left-handed slugger has one of the most dangerous bats in all of baseball, but he's also a pretty big injury risk for fantasy managers. Despite the injury risk, RotoBaller has the Cuban ranked as the No. 15 overall fantasy player in baseball due to his immense power and run production in one of the strongest lineups in MLB.
Source: MLB.com - Brian McTaggartRotoBaller.com
Fri Mar 1519:49Yordan Alvarez Exits Early Friday
Houston Astros outfielder/designated hitter Yordan Alvarez (foot) left Friday's Grapefruit League contest against the Philadelphia Phillies in the first inning after fouling a ball off of his right foot. However, he was walking to the clubhouse on his own and did not seem to be in any pain. The slugger was playing left field on Friday, a spot where he will see increased time this season with the Astros likely to give first baseman Jose Abreu more reps at desingnated hitter. It's been a big spring for the 26-year-old, who is hitting .360 (9-for-25) with one homer, one double, three walks, eight strikeouts, and a .949 OPS across 28 trips to the plate. He was elite again in the 2023 season, slugging 31 homers and knocking in 97 runs alongside a .293 average and a .990 OPS across 114 games. He projects to hit .296 with 39 homers and 107 RBI by ATC in the 2024 season.
Source: Chandler RomeRotoBaller.com
Sat Mar 920:51Yordan Alvarez Blasts First Spring Home Run
Houston Astros designated hitterYordan Alvarezwent 2-3 with a solo HR and two runs against the Washington Nationals on Saturday. The solo shot was his first homer of the spring. With the two-hit game on Saturday, Alvarez increased his batting average to .400 with a 1.071 OPS in 15 at-bats. He is expected to hit second in Houston's order this year after primarily hitting from the three spot in 2023. ATC projects Alvarez to be very productive yet again with 39 HR and 107 RBI with a .296/.397/.593 slash line. With an NFBC ADP of 14.7, Alvarez will be a crucial part of fantasy managers' rosters and is a surefire top-15 pick heading into 2024 fantasy drafts.
Source: MLB.comRotoBaller.com
Sun Feb 2512:28Astros Plan To Hit Yordan Alvarez Second In Batting Order
Houston Astros manager Joe Espada said his plan right now is to bat outfielder/designated hitter Yordan Alvarez second in the batting order this year. The ideal top four of Espada's lineup is second baseman Jose Altuve at leadoff, followed by Alvarez, third baseman Alex Bregman and outfielder Kyle Tucker. Alvarez hit mostly out of the third spot last year and is an RBI machine, racking up an incredible 298 RBI in the last three seasons for the Astros. The former American League Rookie of the Year in 2019 could see fewer chances to drive in runs hitting in the two-hole, but it won't be enough to drastically affect his fantasy appeal as one of the best overall hitters in baseball. The 26-year-old is a pretty big injury risk, but he should still come off the board late in the first round or early in the second round of fantasy drafts.
Source: The Athletic - Chandler RomeRotoBaller.com
Fri Feb 914:20Yordan Alvarez Could See More Time In Left Field
Houston Astros manager Joe Espada said on Thursday that he hopes that outfielder/designated hitter Yordan Alvarez can play more in left field in 2024. Alvarez made 40 starts in left field last season but didn't play there much in the second half after returning from an oblique injury. The 26-year-old oft-injured left-handed slugger isn't going to stay healthier with more time spent in the outfield, but the Astros may not have a choice if they're forced to move Chas McCormick to center field if Jake Meyers isn't producing. If Alvarez didn't spend so much time in the training room and missing games due to injuries, there would be a case to be made that he's the best pure hitter in the game for fantasy purposes. He played in 114 games in 2023 due to hand, arm and oblique injuries.
Source: Houston Chronicle - Matt KawaharaRotoBaller.com
Mon Oct 16 202314:59Yordan Alvarez Dealing With Virus But In Game 2 Lineup
Houston Astros outfielder/designated hitter Yordan Alvarez (illness) is dealing with a virus that has caused an upset stomach and headaches, but he is serving as the DH and batting cleanup in Game 2 of the American League Championship Series on Monday against Texas Rangers right-hander Nathan Eovaldi. Alvarez was not part of pre-game introductions in Game 1 on Sunday night, but he played and went 0-for-4 with three strikeouts. He had four homers in his first three playoff games this year, but the left-handed slugger will be more of a risk in DFS in Game 2 if he's feeling under the weather again. Alvarez sees the ball well off Eovaldi in his career, though, going 8-for-11 with three doubles, a homer and four RBI.
Source: The Athletic - Ken RosenthalRotoBaller.com
Sun Sep 24 202321:12Yordan Alvarez Cranks 29th Dinger Sunday Versus Kansas City
Houston Astros outfielder/designated hitter Yordan Alvarez was 2-for-4 in the batter's box Sunday against the Royals. One of Alvarez's hits was his 29th home run this season. The 26-year-old has been on a hot streak in the last the 30 games. He has smacked eight home runs and collected 31 RBI while posting a .346 batting average. With a week left in the regular season, Alvarez leads the Astros in home runs with 29 in 387 trips to the plate.
Source: MLB.comRotoBaller.com
Sat Sep 23 202310:48Yordan Alvarez Doubles In A Run, Managing Elbow Issue
Houston Astros outfielder Yordan Alvarez (elbow) went 1-for-4 with an RBI double in the first inning of Friday's 7-5 defeat to the Kansas City Royals. It's worth noting that the 26-year-old has been limited to the designated hitter spot recently with a right elbow issue. Alvarez disclosed to reporters after Friday's game that his throwing elbow is bothering him after a few swings and misses last week. It's something for fantasy managers to monitor moving ahead, but it looks like a minor problem at this point. Hopefully it doesn't lead to any missed action over the last week of play, as the superstar slugger is hitting .293 (111-for-379) with 28 home runs, 94 RBI, and 70 runs scored this season.
Source: Chandler Rome - The AthleticRotoBaller.com
Wed Sep 20 202312:26Yordan Alvarez Out Of The Lineup Against O's
Houston Astros outfielder/designated hitter Yordan Alvarez is taking the day off on Wednesday against the visiting Baltimore Orioles. Yainer Diaz will serve as the team's designated hitter and bat sixth, while Jake Meyers draws the start in center field and is hitting eighth against Orioles right-hander Kyle Bradish. It appears to just be a normal day off for Alvarez, who is hitting a strong .293/.409/.579 with a .987 OPS, 28 home runs, 93 RBI and 70 runs scored for the 'Stros in 375 at-bats this year. The two-time All-Star has had some injuries that have kept him out in 2023, but he's been a must-start in fantasy lineups when he's on the field. The 26-year-old lefty slugger is hitting .345 (30-for-87) with seven homers, six doubles, 25 RBI and 13 runs scored in 24 starts in the last 28 days.
Source: MLB.comRotoBaller.com
Mon Sep 4 202314:06Yordan Alvarez Back In Action Monday
Houston Astros outfielder/designated hitter Yordan Alvarez (knee) is serving as the designated hitter and is batting third for the Astros on Monday against the Texas Rangers and left-hander Andrew Heaney. Alvarez banged his knee in Sunday's game against the New York Yankees, but he won't have to miss any time. The 26-year-old left-handed-hitting Cuban slugger should remain in all starting fantasy lineups for a crucial series with the Rangers this week. He has gone 14-for-32 (.438) with two home runs, three doubles, nine RBI and four runs scored in his last eight starts since Aug. 26. Alvarez is also hitting a strong .319 (37-for-116) with six of his 23 home runs against left-handed pitchers this year.
Source: MLB.comRotoBaller.com
Mon Sep 4 202301:50Yordan Alvarez Dealing With Minor Knee Issue
Houston Astros outfielder Yordan Alvarez is dealing with a banged-up knee after hitting it on the outfield fence while tracking down a fly ball. He stayed in the game, but afterward, manager Dusty Baker said that they'll wait and see how he is feeling tomorrow before making a decision about playing him. Fantasy managers in daily lineup leagues will want to check if Alvarez is playing before setting their lineups tomorrow, but those in weekly leagues should be safe to start him.
Source: Brian McTaggartRotoBaller.com
Thu Aug 24 202312:12Yordan Alvarez Back In Thursday's Lineup
Houston Astros outfielder/designated hitter Yordan Alvarez (finger) is serving as the designated hitter and batting cleanup on Thursday against the visiting Boston Red Sox and right-hander Brayan Bello. Alvarez slammed his left index finger in a door at home and missed the last two games, but he's back in there on Thursday and should be returned to all starting fantasy lineups. The 26-year-old Cuban slugger hasn't homered since Aug. 6, going 17-for-68 (.250) in the month of August with two home runs, two doubles, a triple, nine RBI and 11 runs scored in 18 starts. Alvarez has missed valuable time with injuries, but he remains one of the most dangerous bats in baseball when he's in the lineup.
Source: MLB.comRotoBaller.com
Wed Aug 23 202318:26Yordan Alvarez Hopeful To Play On Thursday
Houston Astros outfielder/designated hitter Yordan Alvarez (finger) is hopeful to get back in the starting lineup for Thursday's game, according to manager Dusty Baker. The 26-year-old missed his second straight game on Wednesday after accidentally slamming his finger in a door. The organization is hopeful that this will only be a day-to-day issue and won't result in a lengthy absence. The expectation is that Yainer Diaz will continue getting more playing time until Alvarez is ready to play.
Source: Matt KawaharaRotoBaller.com
Wed Aug 23 202316:31Yordan Alvarez Still Absent Wednesday
Houston Astros outfielder/designated hitter Yordan Alvarez (finger) remains sidelined on Wednesday against the visiting Boston Red Sox. Alvarez was scratched from Tuesday's lineup after slamming his finger in a door while at home. The 26-year-old left-handed slugger is day-to-day, so fantasy managers will want to check back to see if he's back in Thursday's series finale against Boston. With Alvarez out again, Yainer Diaz is serving as the designated hitter and is batting fifth for Houston. Alvarez has missed valuable time in 2023 due to injury, but he's been a solid fantasy contributor when healthy, hitting .278/.383/.556 with a .939 OPS, 21 home runs, 15 doubles, a triple, 68 RBI and 57 runs scored in 80 games played. The two-time All-Star is a must-start when he's active.
Source: MLB.comRotoBaller.com
Tue Aug 22 202318:08Yordan Alvarez Scratched From Tuesday's Lineup
Houston Astros outfielder/designated hitter Yordan Alvarez (finger) has been scratched from Tuesday's starting lineup against the Boston Red Sox. Alvarez is dealing with an injured left index finger after he reportedly slammed it in a door on Tuesday. The organization is considering the injury as minor. The expectation is that Alvarez is going to return to action on Wednesday. In the meantime, Yainer Diaz will bat cleanup and serve as the designated hitter versus right-hander Tanner Houck on Tuesday.
Source: Chandler RomeRotoBaller.com
Tue Aug 1 202317:32Yordan Alvarez Retreats To Bench Tuesday
Houston Astros outfielder/designated hitter Yordan Alvarez is not in the starting lineup on Tuesday against the visiting Cleveland Guardians. With Alvarez out, Yainer Diaz will serve as the designated hitter and bat seventh against Guardians right-hander Gavin Williams. This will be Alvarez's first game out since he returned from the injured list last Wednesday. Since his return, the 26-year-old left-handed-hitting All-Star has gone 7-for-18 with two home runs, a double, four RBI and five runs scored in five games, so he has picked up right where he left off. Alvarez is an absolute must-start in fantasy lineups when he's playing, as he's hitting .286 (63-for-220) with 19 long balls, 59 RBI and 46 runs scored in 62 games on the year.
Source: MLB.comRotoBaller.com
Wed Jul 26 202316:17Yordan Alvarez, Jose Altuve Both Activated Wednesday
The Houston Astros activated outfielder/designated hitter Yordan Alvarez (oblique) and second baseman Jose Altuve (oblique) from the injured list on Wednesday and optioned outfielder Bligh Madris and DH David Hensley to the minors in corresponding moves. It remains to be seen if both Alvarez and Altuve will be in the team's starting lineup on Wednesday against the visiting Texas Rangers and left-hander Andrew Heaney, but fantasy managers have to be ecstatic to get them both back. Alvarez hasn't played since June 8 due to a right-oblique injury, but he's a must-start when healthy as a difference-maker in fantasy when he's healthy. Altuve got a late start to 2023 due to a fractured thumb and missed the last three weeks with a left-oblique injury. The 33-year-old could also be a difference-maker for fantasy lineups the rest of the way if he can stay healthy.
Source: The Athletic - Chandler RomeRotoBaller.com
Tue Jul 25 202320:13Yordan Alvarez, Jose Altuve Could Return Wednesday
Houston Astros manager Dusty Baker said on Tuesday that the team could get both outfielder/designated hitter Yordan Alvarez (oblique) and second baseman Jose Altuve (oblique) back from the injured list on Wednesday in the series finale against the Texas Rangers. The Astros will make a final decision on Wednesday morning. Either way, Alvarez's and Altuve's returns are imminent, so fantasy managers should be ready to get them back into their starting lineups right away. Alvarez has been out since June 9. He is a must-start in fantasy as a difference-making slugger when he's healthy. Altuve is in the midst of an injury-plagued 2023 season and has only played in 32 games, but the eight-time All-Star will lock down the keystone in Houston when he's ready.
Source: MLB.com - Brian McTaggartRotoBaller.com
Thu Jul 20 202321:09Yordan Alvarez Expected To Return Monday
Houston Astros outfielder Yordan Alvarez (oblique) is expected to be reinstated from the injured list ahead of Monday's games against the Rangers. He will play Friday and Saturday with Triple-A Sugar Land before returning to Houston Monday. The 26-year-old has been sidelined due to a right oblique strain since early June. He is slashing .277/.388/.589 with 17 home runs, 55 RBI, and 41 runs across 242 plate appearances in 2022. Barring any setbacks, Alvarez is a few days away from returning and will significantly boost the lineup for fantasy managers and the Astros.
Source: Chandler RomeRotoBaller.com
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