Yordan Alvarez is still finding ways to produce for Houston Astros, even with dip in homers
The homers have slowed, but Yordan Alvarez has kept finding various ways to help the Astros' offense with the team in a tight playoff race.
Yordan Alvarez has continued to contribute to the Houston Astros offense despite a decline in home runs. His August performance has been below his season average, ranking fourth-highest among qualified hitters with a .919 OPS. In his last 119 plate appearances, Alvarez has only two home runs, leading the American League with 37 and the majors with a 1.048 OPS.
While his power numbers have dipped, Alvarez's batting average (.320) and on-base percentage (.435) remain second among qualified MLB hitters. Opponents have offered Alvarez fewer pitches in the strike zone, reflecting the team's need for consistent production. Alvarez emphasizes the importance of finding ways to contribute and get on base when the home runs are not coming, stating, "That's what I've been trying to do."
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