Jose Altuve's Oblique Injury Isn't Serious
1 year agoHouston Astros second baseman Jose Altuve (oblique), who was placed on the 10-day injured list on Thursday, said the MRI exam on his left oblique revealed relatively good news, showing something more minor than he presumed it would be after he felt the initial pain on his swing in batting practice on Tuesday. The 33-year-old is optimistic that he can return shortly after next week's All-Star break. It's good news for Altuve, who hasn't had great luck with injuries so far in 2023. He initially fractured his thumb while playing in the World Baseball Classic early this spring, and he's been limited to just 32 games in the first half of the season. Fantasy managers will be hoping the eight-time All-Star will stay on the field much more in the second half. Until Altuve returns, Mauricio Dubon will continue to see regular playing time at the keystone in Houston.
Source: The Athletic - Chandler Rome
Source: The Athletic - Chandler Rome