Yordan Alvarez is back in the Houston Astros lineup for Sunday's game against the Detroit Tigers. Alvarez returns after a one-game absence, where the Astros won 8-6 without him.
What happened?
Alvarez's absence was not due to injury or illness, but rather a scheduled day off. The Astros felt the need to give their best player a break, with their next scheduled day off not until Thursday.
Why it matters for Yordan Alvarez
Alvarez's numbers make it difficult to bench him, with a slash of .314/.427/.619 and 25 home runs and 56 RBI. He has already played in 83 games this season, with only 13 of those games coming in left field.
What comes next?
The Astros are using Alvarez as a primary designated hitter, which is keeping him fit and ready. He is making a run at the American League's first triple crown season in over a decade. Sunday's game is set for 12:40 p.m. central time and will be broadcast in Houston on Space City Home Network.
The Tigers are getting a starting pitcher back on Sunday, with right-hander Jack Flaherty set to start against the Astros. Flaherty is 1-8 with a 5.35 ERA this season, and has been on the injured list for two weeks with a left peroneal strain in his ankle.
Alvarez enters the game with a strong record, and the Astros will be looking to win with him back in the lineup. The Astros called up right-handed pitcher Miguel Ullola and optioned right-handed pitcher Kai-Wei Teng for a fresh arm.
The Astros lineup for June 28 includes Jeremy Pena at shortstop, Yordan Alvarez at designated hitter, and Christian Walker at first base. The game will be a key matchup for the Astros, with Alvarez back in the lineup and looking to continue his strong season.
The Tigers will be looking to bounce back from their 8-6 loss on Saturday, with Flaherty on the mound. The Astros will be looking to win with Alvarez back in the lineup, and the game is set to be a exciting matchup between two strong teams.
Alvarez's return to the lineup is a significant boost for the Astros, and they will be looking to take advantage of his strong hitting. The game will be broadcast in Houston on Space City Home Network, and Astros fans can listen to the radio feed on KBME 790 AM/94.5 FM HD-2 and KLTN-TUDN 102.9 FM.
The Astros are currently using Alvarez as a primary designated hitter, which is allowing him to stay healthy and produce strong numbers. He is a key player for the Astros, and his return to the lineup is a significant boost for the team.
The game against the Tigers will be a key test for the Astros, with Alvarez back in the lineup and looking to continue his strong season. The Astros will be looking to win and stay ahead in the standings, with Alvarez's strong hitting a key factor in their success.