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Yordan Alvarez named AL Player of the Week for June 1-7

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 8, 2026, 8:26 PM

Last updated Jun 8, 2026

Yordan Alvarez named AL Player of the Week for June 1-7

Summary

Yordan Alvarez of the Houston Astros has been named the American League Player of the Week for the period of June 1-7, 2026. During this time, Alvarez posted impressive numbers, hitting.476 across six games with 10 hits in 21 at-bats, including two home runs and nine RBIs. He also recorded six runs, one double, and five walks, resulting in a 1.386 OPS. This recognition marks the fifth AL Player of the Week award of his career, with two awarded this season. Alvarez is leading various offensive categories this season, including home runs and total bases.

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By the Numbers

•Alvarez hit.476 with 10 hits, six runs, and two home runs.
•He recorded nine RBIs and five walks during the week.
•This is Alvarez's fifth career AL Player of the Week award.
•He leads the Majors in OPS, slugging percentage, and total bases.
•Alvarez is tied for the AL lead in home runs (22) and RBIs (48).

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8:26 PMYahoo Sports — Astros DH Yordan Alvarez Named AL Player of the Week

What they're saying

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Major League Baseball announced today that Astros OF/DH Yordan Alvarez has been named American League Player of the Week for the week of June 1-7. Alvarez hit .476 (10×21) in six games last week, recording six runs, one double, two home runs, nine RBI and five walks while posting a 1.386 OPS. Alvarez leads the Majors this season in […]
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