Astros Star Jose Altuve Leaves Game with Right Foot Discomfort, Awaiting Update

Houston Astros' nine-time All-Star Jose Altuve exited Saturday night's 6-2 win over the Atlanta Braves due to right foot discomfort. Altuve singled in the third inning but was subsequently forced out at second base on a grounder hit by Jesús Sánchez. Manager Joe Espada confirmed Altuve complained of his foot bothering him, leading to his cautious removal from the game. Altuve was undergoing examination by a team doctor post-game and was unavailable for comment, with Espada stating they would "keep an eye on it and see how it is tomorrow." Altuve is a pivotal player for the Astros, who are currently tied for first in the AL West. He boasts a .264 batting average, leads the team with 25 homers, and ranks first in games played (144) and at-bats (552), while also being second with 70 RBIs. In his 15th season, Altuve has amassed 2,378 career hits, placing him second in franchise history behind Craig Biggio, having surpassed Jeff Bagwell earlier this season.