Two more seasons. Just two more seasons. Those few words kept rolling around in this author’s head all offseason. Jose Altuve, the star second baseman for the Astros, could only be in Houston for two more seasons.
The worry was short-lived.
The Astros, as you all probably know by now, have signed Altuve to a long-term contract extension. The $151 million contract extension kicks in following the conclusion of the 2019 season. Barring an unforeseen series of events, Altuve will be wearing the classic “H-Star” on his head through the 2024 season.
At first glance, this contract extension between the 2017 AL MVP and the Astros appears to be a win-win.