Altuve exits game with left foot contusion after HBP
Houston Astros second baseman Jose Altuve was removed from the lineup after sustaining a left foot contusion from a hit-by-pitch.
Jose Altuve was struck by a pitch and suffered a left foot contusion, forcing him out of the game. The Astros confirmed he was removed from the lineup as a result of the injury. His availability for upcoming games is uncertain pending further evaluation. This is a notable concern given Altuve's importance to Houston's offense.
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