LF,DH - Houston Astros
- Age 28
- Bats: L
- Throws: R
Availability
Yordan Alvarez went 1-for-5 in loss to the Angels with a home run, a run scored, and one RBI.
Fantasy Impact
Alvarez will look to return to his elite run-producing form for fantasy managers after an injury-filled 2025 campaign, batting .273 with six home runs and 27 RBI over 48 contests.
Astros’ manager Joe Espada told reporters that Yordan Alvarez will make his Grapefruit League debut on Monday.
Fantasy Impact
It had been reported that Alvarez would be ready to make his spring debut this week. He is expected to spend most of the season as the Astros designated hitter.
Alvarez dealt with injury issues throughout last season. He is now considered fully healthy and Houston is taking a gradual approach with his spring preparation.
Fantasy Impact
Manager Joe Espada said Thursday that Alvarez will appear in his first Grapefruit League game next week. The organization plans to use Alvarez primarily at designated hitter this season, though he will still receive occasional starts in left field.
Carlos Correa and Christian Walker are scheduled to make their spring debuts on Thursday, with Jose Altuve set to debut Friday. Alvarez will not make his spring debut until "a little bit later," according to manager Joe Espada.
Fantasy Impact
Espada cited normal buildup as the reason for the delayed debut. Alvarez is slated to make his spring appearance sometime after Altuve's Friday debut.
Yordan Alvarez is reportedly pain-free in camp with the Astros.
Fantasy Impact
Alvarez dealt with a left ankle sprain late last year on top of other injuries that limited him to just 48 games. He will be looking to bounce back this season as he seeks to stay healthy.
