Altuve takes live BP
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The Astros won't put a timetable on Jose Altuve's return but he says 'everything feels great' after taking live batting practice for first time.
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Astros getting healthier ahead of series finale vs. Pirates
Before a six-run eighth inning set the stage for closer Josh Hader to make his season debut and lock down Houston's 11-9 victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates, the Astros received another dose of positive news on Wednesday.
Manager Joe Espada said Tuesday that Altuve (oblique) is expected to take live batting practice before the end of the week, Matt Kawahara of the Houston Chronicle reports.
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Houston Astros second baseman Jose Altuve progressing faster than expected from oblique injury
Jose Altuve may not need a rehab assignment in the minor leagues and is recovering well from an oblique strain.
The Houston Astros receive crucial updates on Jose Altuve and Cristian Javier's injuries as both veterans move closer to their returns.
Jose Altuve said he couldn’t really see the spin in batting practice, highlighting just how sharp and deceptive the new arms look so far The buzz wasn’t subtle on Friday afternoon at CACTI Ballpark of the Palm Beaches. Front office execs, Japanese ...