Yordan Alvarez

Astros slugger Yordan Alvarez had another solid night at the plate, picking up three doubles in a 10-0 win over the Phillies Tuesday.

Fantasy Impact

Alvarez had the breakout season Astros fans and Dusty Baker was hoping for. He has 37 home runs, ranking sixth in the majors. His not just a power hitter as seen in his .304 batting average. Expect to have to use a first-round pick if you want his services next year.

Yordan Alvarez (ankle) is back in the Astros' lineup on Friday against the Rays.

Fantasy Impact

Alvarez left Tuesday's game early due to an ankle injury and has not played since. X-Rays were negative, and Alvarez is back in the lineup as the team's designated hitter on Friday.

Astros slugger Yordan Alvarez left Tuesday's game early with right ankle discomfort. Dusty Baker said X-rays came back negative after the game, per Astros beat writer Julia Morales on Twitter.

Fantasy Impact

Baker went on to say that Alvarez is considered day-to-day. The last month or two he has dealt with one thing after another. It would not be a surprise to see him rested for at least the next few days, if not the rest of the regular season. His health come postseason is by far paramount.

Yordan Alvarez is not in the starting lineup Tuesday against the Rays.

Fantasy Impact

The Astros clinched the AL West Monday, so this is likely just a day off for Alvarez. His hand looks to be feeling much better as Alvarez hit .545/.630/1.455 last week while winning AL Player of the Week. He should be back in the Astros lineup Wednesday.

Astros slugger Yordan Alvarez smacked two doubles and drove in four runs in Houston's 11-2 win over the A's Sunday.

Fantasy Impact

Alvarez is catching up to his teammate Kyle Tucker for the team lead in RBI after driving in four more Sunday. He's up to 93 for the season, six behind Tucker. But he has 37 home runs and 24 doubles to go with it. There's no sign he's slowing down as fantasy championships approach.