The Houston Astros placed slugger Yordan Alvarez on the injured list due to right hand inflammation, having missed the last two games against the Chicago White Sox. Catcher César Salazar was recalled as a corresponding move; he has performed well in 12 games this season. Alvarez, who previously missed time for the same injury in 2022, is struggling this season with a .210 batting average and the team is also facing offensive challenges, ranking low in runs, home runs, and OPS.
