Altuve Admits Soreness Was Worse Than Expected
Houston Astros second baseman Jose Altuve says the injury was 'pretty sore,' suggesting a more significant issue than initially anticipated.
Jose Altuve spoke about his physical condition, admitting the soreness he experienced was worse than he initially expected. The comment was reported by Houston Astros beat reporter Brian McTaggart, lending credibility to the concern. The nature or specific body part affected was not detailed in the post. His status should be monitored closely for lineup or IL implications.
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