Scouting Report
Updated May 20, 2026
Jose Altuve suffered a Grade 2 left oblique strain on May 16, 2026 during Houston's game against Texas Rangers. The 36-year-old second baseman took an awkward swing and was unable to run out a grounder in the eighth inning, immediately holding his left side. He underwent an MRI on May 17 and was placed on the 10-day injured list. This injury comes as the Astros deal with significant infield injuries (Carlos Correa out for season, Jeremy Peña returning from hamstring strain). Altuve was batting .245 with 4 home runs and 12 RBIs in 42 games before the injury, continuing a concerning decline in performance. His 2026 season has been marked by a brutal slump, particularly against high velocity pitching, with a wRC+ of 46 since April 13.
Strengths
- + Career .302 hitter with 258 home runs and 900 RBIs over 16 seasons with Houston
- + Led off Saturday's game with his fourth home run of the season
- + Demonstrated strike-zone stability and contact ability that provides lineup continuity
- + Veteran presence and experience in the organization
Injury Status: IL-10 -- Grade 2 left oblique strain sustained on May 16, 2026 during an awkward swing. Altuve was unable to run out a grounder and immediately felt pain on his left side. Placed on 10-day IL retroactive to May 17, 2026.
About
José Altuve is a second baseman for the Houston Astros.
Player Overview
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