Yordan Alvarez adapts routine after 13-game home run drought

Yordan Alvarez of the Houston Astros has adjusted his personal routine after a 13-game stretch without a home run. The designated hitter, who boasts a.322 batting average and leads the American League in multiple categories, participated in on-field batting practice before the series opener against the Seattle Mariners. His absence of home runs since July has prompted this change, which comes during a critical series for the Astros as they aim to maintain their first-place position in the American League West. The effectiveness of this adjustment remains to be seen as the Astros look to capitalize on their lead over the Mariners.

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