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Astros' Yordan Alvarez and Jose Altuve exit game against Angels

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 21, 2026, 5:15 AM

Last updated Aug 21, 2026

Astros' Yordan Alvarez and Jose Altuve exit game against Angels

Summary

During a game against the Los Angeles Angels on August 21, 2026, the Houston Astros trail 14-2 in the seventh inning. Manager Joe Espada decided to remove Yordan Alvarez and Jose Altuve from the game to rest them. Alvarez had a hit and a run scored, while Altuve was 0-for-2. The Astros have struggled offensively this week, scoring just six runs over a stretch of more than 24 innings. Following this game, the Astros are set to face the Oakland Athletics at home in their next series.

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By the Numbers

•Astros trail 14-2 against Angels in the seventh inning.
•Yordan Alvarez removed after going 1-for-1 with a run.
•Jose Altuve exits with an 0-for-2 performance.
•Astros score six runs in over 24 innings this week.
•Houston plays Athletics next, looking to rebound.

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5:15 AMYahoo Sports — Houston Astros Announce Yordan Alvarez, Jose Altuve Updates During Angels Game

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The Houston Astros are not taking care of business like they should be this week in an AL West clash with the Los Angeles Angels. In fact, the Stros are almost certainly going to drop their series with the Angels after a bludgeoning is taking place at Daikin Park right now. As a result, the […] The post Houston Astros Announce Yordan Alvarez, Jose Altuve Updates During Angels Game appeared first on HEAVY.
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