Astros’ Jose Altuve leaves game at the Giants after taking a pitch to his left foot
Houston Astros second baseman Jose Altuve exited Tuesday night's game against the San Francisco Giants after being struck on his left foot by a pitch. The incident occurred in the first inning when Giants starter Carson Whisenhunt delivered an 82-mph slider to Altuve. The Astros classified Altuve's injury as a bruised foot, with manager Joe Espada reporting that the player was experiencing soreness.
Imaging of the foot was conducted and showed no significant damage, with further evaluation anticipated on Wednesday. Altuve remained in the game during the bottom of the inning, but was substituted by Nick Allen before returning to field in the second inning. Despite the loss, Houston Astros remain atop the AL West with a half-game lead over the Texas Rangers.
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