Yordan Alvarez leads All-Star voting as Astros seek resurgence
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 15, 2026, 8:23 PM
Last updated Jun 15, 2026
Yordan Alvarez is currently leading American League designated hitters in All-Star voting, according to MLB's first update. As of mid-June, Alvarez has hit 24 home runs and has an OPS over 1.090, showcasing his status as one of baseball's top hitters. The Houston Astros, once a powerhouse, now feature fewer stars, with only Alvarez and Jose Altuve among the top four at their positions. This reflects a significant shift from the team's previous dominance, as they look for a way to regain their form in the second half of the season.
- •Yordan Alvarez leads All-Star voting for AL designated hitters.
- •He has 24 home runs with an OPS above 1.090 this season.
- •Only Alvarez and Jose Altuve rank among the top four for Houston.
- •The Astros are experiencing a shift in organizational star power.
- •The team seeks to reclaim its status in the American League.
- 8:23 PMYahoo Sports — Yordan Alvarez is quietly dominating on the field and in the All-Star voting
"The Houston Astros may no longer look like the team that dominated baseball for the better part of a decade. Yordan Alvarez is making sure fans have not forgotten about them.
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