The Astros are removing first baseman Yuli Gurriel from their roster prior to Game 6 of the World Series on Saturday, effectively ending his season, according to MLB.com’s Brian McTaggart.
Gurriel injured his knee during a rundown late in Game 5 vs. the Phillies on Thursday night. The severity of the injury is unclear, but the injury is serious-enough that Gurriel will not be available for Game 6 on Saturday or a potential Game 7 on Sunday.
This postseason, Gurriel was one of Houston’s strongest performers, hitting .347 with two home runs and an .