He missed all but two games in 2020, but Alvarez was productive in a mostly-DH role in 2019, when he won Rookie of the Year honors after posting a 1.067 OPS with 27 home runs over 369 plate appearances. All Rights Reserved. That's very speculative as to how much he's going to play or how he's going to feel. Ryan was previously the Mizzou beat writer for Rock M Nation, where he covered Mizzou football, men's basketball and baseball. “He missed a lot of time. The Astros tried playing Alvarez at first base when he was in the minors, but the experiment never translated to major-league time at the position. As Houston’s designated hitter, Alvarez has less of a chance of suffering a setback due to spending less time in the field. “And then he got the late start now. Errors, typos in Deshaun Watson case show legal scramble, More Houston neighborhoods push to remove racist deed language. Houston manager Dusty Baker said Alvarez (knee) has increased his workload since joining the team last week for on-field practices, Chandler Rome of the Houston Chronicle reports. As expected, Alvarez slotted in at designated hitter while batting fifth in the order. Aledmys Diaz and Ronnie Dawson should continue to fill in at designated hitter while Alvarez is sidelined. Right? Yordan Alvarez burst on the scene as a rookie for the Astros in 2019. Alvarez (knees) posted a video of himself running the bases on his personal Instagram account Tuesday, Chandler Rome of the Houston Chronicle reports. So long as his bat rebounds however, the 23-year-old will have more than enough fantasy value to compensate for any loss of roster flexibility. The 23-year-old will make his spring debut after being limited to two games last season and ramping up his rehab work through the first few weeks of camp. We will get through this together. Alvarez picked up where he left off his first campaign with a huge double that was just shy of clearing the fence in the sixth inning to knock in two. He is from Elk Grove Village, Ill., and is a recent graduate from the University of Missouri, in both the School of Journalism and the College of Education. Alvarez, who made his spring debut Sunday, has been dealing with sore knees, so the manager didn't want to expose him to back-to-back contests this early. Yordan Alvarez drills an RBI single to right field and Martín Maldonado slides into home safely to give the Astros a 5-3 lead He later recorded a sacrifice fly in the ninth inning. Astros need their superstars to actually play like it in 2021, Solomon: Baylor's title a shining moment for all of Texas, McClain: Lovie Smith is finally with the Texans, Rockets embracing unconventional rebuilding plan. "Who knows? Nats TicketFinder: Chat ... Chat with a Nationals Representative 2021 Ticket Plans 2021 Suites & Premium Seating Current Season Plan Holders 2021 Health & … Relative to the general manager half of Bill O’Brien, the franchise has a no-nonsense leader with a long-term plan, Smith: Rockets' John Wall experiment isn't working. However, Alvarez is still working his way back from a lost season in 2020 and a late start to spring training. Alvarez (knees) will serve as the Astros' designated hitter and will bat fifth in Sunday's Grapefruit League game against the Nationals, Chandler Rome of the Houston Chronicle reports. Alvarez (knee) could get into game action early next week, Mark Berman of KRIV Fox 26 reports. Issues with both knees slowed Alvarez's introduction to game action and will likely limit him to DH-only duties in 2021. Yordan Álvarez hit a three-run homer and the Astros earned a third straight win against the rival Oakland Athletics, 9-1 on Saturday. Astros season preview: Why Yordan Alvarez and the health of his knees are the keys for Houston in 2021. He's thus slated to enter the upcoming season as a utility-only player in fantasy leagues, and those investing in Alvarez in early drafts may have to have some blind faith that his offseason rehab program remains setback-free. "It's shown in the past that whenever [Alvarez] plays in the outfield, he's hurting for two or three days, you know what I mean?" This has become familiar territory for the two-time NL Cy Young Award winner — … We're a long way from making that determination, I think. On June 9 of that year, Alvarez made his major league debut, and over 87 games that season, he hit 27 home runs and recorded a 1.067 OPS. Per Brian McTaggart of MLB.com, manager Dusty Baker said he expects Alvarez to receive only 2-to-3 plate appearances Sunday before checking out of the contest, but the 2019 American League Rookie of the Year should be able to play a full game by the time the Astros' Grapefruit League slate concludes. Houston Astros have placed second baseman Jose Altuve, third baseman Alex Bregman, designated hitter Yordan Álvarez, catcher Martín Maldonado and … The 23-year-old was running on an anti-gravity treadmill in mid-October, and he's continued to progress his running program over the past couple months. Alvarez will make for a very tricky evaluation in 2021 redraft leagues, as he has shown his immense potential when healthy, but he is still a high-risk player given his large frame and multiple knee procedures. Yordan Alvarez burst on the scene as a rookie for the Astros in 2019. The team said the five position players were placed on the injured list due to MLB's health and safety protocol. You can follow Ryan on Twitter @ryan_a_herrera. Alvarez (knee) is scheduled to start at designated hitter in Sunday's spring game against the Cardinals, Brian McTaggart of MLB.com reports. Alvarez's return was much anticipated, given that the 2019 Rookie of the Year only recorded eight at-bats in 2020 while dealing with injuries. Astros manager Dusty Baker said Wednesday that Alvarez (knees) has not yet been cleared for on-field work at spring training, Brian McTaggart of MLB.com reports. Aledmys Diaz could serve as the team's primary designated hitter in Alvarez's absence. Alvarez is expected to make a full recovery from the procedures and should be ready to go for spring training, though the Astros may abandon the idea of the 23-year-old handling even part-time duty at first base or in the corner outfield in 2021 as a means of preserving his health. Alvarez cracked his second homer of the season in the sixth inning against Cole Irvin. Neither the Astros nor Alvarez have issued a formal update on where he stands in his recovery from Aug. 28 arthroscopic surgery on both of his knees, but his ability to do some running -- albeit with mechanical aid -- is seemingly encouraging. But we know something for sure: Pitchers are afraid of Yordan Álvarez. Alvarez did not appear in Monday's spring game against the Marlins because manager Dusty Baker wanted to avoid using him in back-to-back games, Chandler Rome of the Houston Chronicle reports. The Astros placed Jose Altuve, Alex Bregman, Yordan Alvarez, Martin Maldonado and Robel Garcia on the injured list due to MLB's health and safety protocols. Alvarez has been increasing his workload over the past several days, and he participated in batting practice for the first time this spring. On June 9 of that year, Alvarez made his major league debut, and over 87 … “That’s why I’m batting him down in the order,” Baker said Thursday. Alvarez is quickly making up for lost time after an injury-plagued 2020 and already has one homer and six RBI through two games to begin the season. Alert: Prince Philip's coffin is lowered into the Royal Vault as his... 2 in critical condition after car splits in half in crash in front of... Turner agrees with recommendation to raise Houston's water rates, Alex Bregman, wife sue resort over lost $80K wedding deposit, Texas House approves bill for ‘constitutional carry’ of pistols, Astros insider: The artistry of Zack Greinke, Astros edge Mariners to end six-game losing streak, Houston boxer Efetobor Apochi takes down Deon Nicholson, Lance McCullers Jr. questionable for next turn in Astros rotation. It's possible the Astros are simply treating him with extreme caution with Opening Day still over a month away, and it's a positive that he's at least able to participate in some activities, but it's hard to be too confident in his health until he gets into game action. We are living unprecedented and uncertain times. Alvarez was one of five Astros who were placed on the injured list Wednesday. Yordan Alvarez, DH, Houston Astros, stats and updates at CBSSports.com. He also spent time working as both an assistant sports editor and high school sports reporter for the Columbia Missourian, and he interned at the Columbia Daily Tribune in the summer of 2018. He expected Alvarez to need more time to even get close to finding the sweet spot. Baker suggested that Alvarez was being held out of workouts in a pre-planned arrangement as he recovers from the arthroscopic procedures he required on both of his knees in August, so the 23-year-old isn't believed to be dealing with any sort of setback. Houston Astros' Yordan Alvarez watches his three-run home run against the Oakland Athletics during the fifth inning of a baseball game in Oakland, Calif., Saturday, April 3, 2021. If the last few years in Puerto Rico have taught us anything, it is RESILIENCE. Alvarez (knees) posted a video Wednesday on his personal Instagram account featuring him running on an anti-gravity treadmill, Chandler Rome of the Houston Chronicle reports. Though Alvarez had a slow start to his spring training, Baker said he mostly looks to have gotten his timing down in a hurry. The Astros announced Wednesday that five players including Jose Altuve, Alex Bregman, Yordan Alvarez, Martin Maldonado and Robel Garcia are being placed on the IL due to the league's health … Given Alvarez's past knee issues, the Astros are expected to limit his defensive work throughout the spring, and if he does get on the field, he'll most likely play first base rather than the corner outfield. Nationals outfielder Victor Robles dives and takes away a hit from Yordan Alvarez during his first spring at-bat Tickets. Alvarez’s performance earned him the 2019 American League Rookie of the Year by unanimous vote, and manager Dusty Baker would like to have his bat near the top of the order to give him as many plate appearances as possible. Ryan was accepted into the Sports Journalism Institute, where he was a member of the class of 2020 and will also be a member of the upcoming class of 2021. While the team hasn't specifically stated that the players have been placed on the COVID-19 injured list, it appears as though the players are currently in MLB's health and safety protocols. In the fall of 2020, Ryan spent four months teaching both English and journalism at Rolling Meadows High School (Ill.) as a student teacher, earning his degree in secondary English education. Astros manager Dusty Baker suggested that it's "very unlikely" that Alvarez (knees) will play in the outfield this season, even if it's just for a game or two per week, Brian McTaggart of MLB.com reports. Yordan Álvarez hit a three-run homer and Houston kept thriving through all the boos, slugging its way to a third straight win in a 9-1 victory over the Oakland Athletics on Saturday. “I know you’re used to seeing him up in the order, but I figured his timing is going to be off for a while, and also I don’t want him running the bases a whole bunch.”. We're just trying to get him on the field as the DH first.". Alvarez underwent arthroscopic surgery on both knees in late August, and it's a good sign to see him on the basepaths with no obvious limitations. Jose Altuve, Alex Bregman, Yordan Alvarez… At AD&V, we are committed to the health and well-being of our team, our clients, our colleagues and most importantly, the community at large. Alvarez made his Grapefruit League debut Sunday and went 0-for-3 in a game against Washington. Alvarez (knee) stretched and ran with his teammates Thursday but did not take batting practice, Chandler Rome of the Houston Chronicle reports. The Rockets should be smarter and more efficient than this. The transaction was just a procedural move after the Astros already acknowledged days earlier that Alvarez would be shut down for the season due to right knee surgery. If he's healthy, Alvarez will be Houston's primary designated hitter. Alvarez (knee) participated in on-field batting practice Wednesday, Chandler Rome of the Houston Chronicle reports. Alvarez didn’t make his season debut last year until Aug. 14 after testing positive for COVID-19. Astros' Yordan Alvarez: Blasts first homer Saturday 13D ago • Alvarez went 3-for-5 with a three-run home run and a second run scored in Saturday's 9-1 win over the A's. It's not yet clear whether Alvarez has tested positive for COVID-19, but he'll be able to return as soon as he's clears the protocols that pertain to his specific situation. Alvarez (knee) will spend some time at first base during spring training if he's healthy, Jake Kaplan of The Athletic reports. Yordan Alvarez, DH, Houston Astros, stats and updates at CBSSports.com. Alvarez's knee issues limited him to just two games last season, and the fact that they're still limiting him to start camp this year doesn't seem like a good sign. It's not clear whether Alvarez has tested positive for the virus, but manager Dusty Baker said Friday that all five of the players on the COVID-19 IL will likely be sidelined for at least the next five games. The 23-year-old slugger will be making his long-awaited spring debut in what marks his first game action since mid-August after a lengthy recovery from bilateral arthroscopic knee surgery. Alvarez has not yet taken batting practice or fielding practice, although the Astros don't plan to use him in the field often. Yordan Alvarez, Alex Bregman and Jose Altuve were among five Astros placed on the IL for undisclosed reasons. The Astros will likely ramp up Alvarez slowly throughout the spring with the goal of having him ready to serve as the club's everyday designated hitter when Opening Day arrives. It's unclear how long Alvarez will be under such restrictions or whether this was simply Baker exercising an overabundance of caution. He will begin physical therapy immediately and is expected to make a full recovery, per the press release. Because he played exclusively as a DH in his brief 2020 campaign, Alvarez may not carry eligibility in the outfield in certain fantasy leagues. Yordan Álvarez hit a three-run homer and the Astros earned a third straight win against the rival Oakland Athletics, 9-1 on Saturday. The Astros are certainly happy to have the 23-year-old's potential pop return to an already explosive lineup. Alvarez isn't expected to see any work in the outfield this season due to the knee issues, so he could operate exclusively as a designated hitter. Houston has outscored Oakland 26-7 in three games against the defending AL West champion A's, who were eliminated by the Astros in a four-game AL Divsion Series last fall. While the team will test him out at first base once again this spring, it's not yet clear whether he'll be considered to play the position at any point during the regular season in 2021. What’d he have last year, five at-bats? The Houston Astros have placed left fielder Yordan Alvarez, third baseman Alex Bregman and second baseman Jose Altuve on the injured list. Dusty Baker still sorting out his bullpen. The Mets ace is 0-1 this year despite allowing just one run in 14 innings, striking out 21 with two walks. Alvarez went 1-for-3 with three RBI in Thursday's victory over the Athletics. Houston added pitcher Chase DeJong to the 40-man roster as a replacement for Alvarez. Alvarez was placed on the injured list for an unspecified reason Wednesday, Chandler Rome of the Houston Chronicle reports. The Astros will be shorthanded on star … Alvarez went 2-for-4 with a double and a solo homer in Thursday's victory over the Athletics. Solomon: Texans are in better shape with Nick Caserio. The 23-year-old is slashing .333/.364/.667 in the heart of a dynamic Astros lineup, and if he can stay healthy, he should be in line for a huge campaign. ... Yordan Alvarez is an imposing figure in the batter’s box. © 2004-2021 CBS Interactive. Alvarez already enters this season as a DH-only player, and while this news isn't really a surprise, it reinforces that he won't likely gain eligibility at another position this season. Latest on Houston Astros left fielder Yordan Alvarez including news, stats, videos, highlights and more on ESPN ... 5 players on IL due to health and safety protocols. The three players were added to the list due to “health and safety protocols.” In total, five Astros players landed on the IL before Wednesday’s game against the Tigers. Alvarez went 3-for-5 with a three-run home run and a second run scored in Saturday's 9-1 win over the A's. Baker said. Alvarez underwent arthroscopic surgery on both knees Wednesday and is expected to be ready for spring training. CBS Sports is a registered trademark of CBS Broadcasting Inc. Commissioner.com is a registered trademark of CBS Interactive Inc. 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