Alvarez Lifted for Pinch-Runner in 8th With Astros Trailing
Houston's Yordan Alvarez was replaced on the bases in a late-game situation, raising questions about his health or availability.
Astros star Yordan Alvarez was taken out of the game for a pinch-runner with two outs in the 8th inning. Cam Smith, the pinch-runner, represented the tying run at first base. The move is notable given Alvarez's importance to the Houston lineup. It is unclear whether the substitution was precautionary, injury-related, or purely tactical.
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