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Jose Abreu described his minor league demotion as the best thing for his career, helping him mentally reset before returning to the Astros. Veteran umpire Angel Hernandez has retired amid controversy over his performance and reputation. Shohei Ohtani is progressing in his recovery from Tommy John surgery, now throwing from 60 feet, and aims to return to pitching in 2025 while continuing to excel at the plate.
Jose Abreu returned to the Houston Astros and hit an RBI single in a 3-2 loss to the Seattle Mariners, marking his first major league hit since April 27. Abreu, who was demoted earlier this month due to poor performance, played first base and hit eighth, finishing 1-for-3. Additionally, Astros' pitcher Cristian Javier was placed on the 15-day injured list due to forearm discomfort and will undergo an MRI.
The Houston Astros placed pitcher Cristian Javier on the 15-day injured list due to forearm discomfort and recalled Jose Abreu and Alex Speas from Triple-A. Javier, who has struggled with injuries this season, joins several other key pitchers on the IL. Abreu, who has been struggling offensively, returns to the lineup as the Astros aim to stay in playoff contention.
Houston Astros first baseman Jose Abreu is set to rejoin the team for their series against the Seattle Mariners after working on his swing at the spring training complex. Abreu, who struggled with a .099 batting average, has been making adjustments with the help of Hall of Famer Jeff Bagwell and former teammate Michael Brantley. Astros manager Joe Espada and the team are optimistic about Abreu's return. The Astros have been performing well recently, closing the gap in the AL West standings.
The Houston Astros are set to welcome back first baseman Jose Abreu, who has shown improvement in the minors after a rough start to the season. Meanwhile, pitcher Jose Urquidy faces a setback with forearm discomfort. Angels' Mike Trout is optimistic about his recovery from meniscus surgery, and the Athletics' Austin Adams is day-to-day with neck tightness but has been performing well this season.
Houston Astros first baseman José Abreu is set to rejoin the team next week in Seattle after a stint in the minors to regain his form at the plate. Meanwhile, pitcher Jose Urquidy exited his rehab start early due to right forearm discomfort.
Jose Abreu's return to the Astros is delayed as he continues his minor league assignment, with a potential return later in the weekend series. The Astros are also dealing with injuries to key pitchers and are not currently in extension talks with star outfielder Kyle Tucker, despite expressing a desire to keep him long-term.
Fantasy baseball managers should not be afraid to cut big-name players like José Abreu if their performance is lacking, as holding onto underperforming players can hinder a team's success. Other players to consider dropping include struggling closers like José Leclerc and Abner Uribe, as well as pitchers Triston McKenzie and Hunter Brown. Trusting instincts and being proactive in roster management is crucial in fantasy baseball, even if it means taking a risk on potential upside moves.
The Houston Astros defeated the Texas Rangers 10-3 in Game 4 of the ALCS, evening the series at 2-2. Both starting pitchers struggled, with Andrew Heaney lasting only two outs and José Urquidy giving up a 3-0 lead. Yordan Alvarez just missed a grand slam, but José Abreu hit a 438-foot home run to give the Astros a 7-3 lead. The series is now a best-of-three, with Houston holding home-field advantage for Games 6 and 7 if necessary. The next game, Game 5, will feature Justin Verlander pitching for the Astros against Jordan Montgomery.
The Houston Astros turned the ALCS into a tied series with a 10-3 win over the Texas Rangers in Game 4. The Astros came out swinging, scoring three runs in the first inning and adding more runs throughout the game. Jose Abreu and Chas McCormick hit home runs to help secure the victory. The win guarantees that the series will return to Houston for at least Game 6.
The Houston Astros defeated the Texas Rangers 10-3 in Game 4 of the ALCS, tying the series 2-2. The Astros' sluggers led the way, with Jose Abreu hitting a three-run homer and Alex Bregman contributing a two-run triple. The game was characterized by a full-staff free-for-all on the mound, with neither starting pitcher making it past the third inning. The Astros now have the advantage of playing two of the remaining three scheduled games at home.
José Abreu of the Houston Astros hit two home runs, both over 440 feet, in Game 3 of the American League Division Series against the Minnesota Twins. His three-run blast in the first inning and two-run shot in the ninth helped propel the Astros to a 9-1 victory, putting them one win away from advancing to the ALCS for the seventh consecutive season. Abreu became the first player to hit two postseason homers of that distance or farther in the same game since Statcast began tracking home run distances in 2015.
The Houston Astros dominated Game 3 of the ALDS against the Minnesota Twins, winning 9-1 and taking a 2-1 series lead. Jose Abreu was the standout player, contributing five runs, including a three-run homer. The Astros' starter, Cristian Javier, pitched five scoreless innings, while the offense registered hits in every inning against Twins pitcher Sonny Gray. Houston can close out the series in Game 4 on Wednesday.
The Houston Astros took a commanding 2-1 lead in the ALDS against the Minnesota Twins with a dominant 9-1 victory in Game 3. José Abreu hit two home runs, while Yordan Alvarez continued his impressive performance. Cristian Javier pitched five scoreless innings, allowing only one hit and striking out nine. The Astros are now one win away from reaching the ALCS for the seventh consecutive year.
The Houston Astros have reinstated first baseman José Abreu from the injured list after he had been out since August 10 with lumbar spine inflammation. Abreu, who has underperformed this season, will be closely monitored in his return and is expected to play every other day for a while. Meanwhile, the Astros were without slugger Yordan Alvarez for a second straight game due to a hand injury, but they hope he can return for the finale against the Boston Red Sox.