
Jose Altuve
Houston Astros • #27 • 2B
Jose Altuve Homers as Astros Face Rays on Thursday Despite 13-3 Loss
Against the Tampa Bay Rays, Jose Altuve, playing left field for the Houston Astros, hit a home run and recorded an RBI despite their 13-3 loss.
What It Means
Altuve continues to find his power stroke, as evidenced by his recent tear at the plate. Over the last seven games, he's launched five homers, showcasing an impressive .455 batting average and a 1.481 OPS. Despite the team’s struggles, his bat remains a bright spot in the lineup.
A notable aspect of Altuve's season is his ability to hit home runs at home. Of his eight total home runs, seven have come at his home ballpark, with a .320 average in those games. This stark contrast to his road performance highlights his comfort at the plate when playing in familiar surroundings.