Jul 20, 2021; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Astros second baseman Jose Altuve (27) hits a leadoff home run during the first inning against the Cleveland Indians at Minute Maid Park. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports
While the 10th anniversary of Jose Altuve’s debut rolled around on Tuesday, the lifetime Houston Astro has gone from a turned away prospect to possibly the best player in franchise history. From the seven All-Star appearances to a 2017 MVP, Altuve is only 31-years-old and isn’t showing any sign of slowing down.
As also the clutchest hitter in franchise history, Altuve defied the odds while being the smallest guy on the field.