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Astros Altuve Fractures Thumb To Undergo Surgery

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Astros Altuve Fractures Thumb, to Undergo Surgery

Thumb Injury During WBC Game

Houston Astros All-Star second baseman Jose Altuve will have to undergo surgery for a fractured right thumb, general manager Dana Brown announced Sunday. Altuve suffered the injury during Saturday night's World Baseball Classic game between Venezuela and the United States.

Injury Sustained on a Hit-by-Pitch

Altuve was hit by a pitch in the fourth inning of Venezuela's 10-4 quarterfinal loss. He immediately left the game and underwent an MRI exam, which confirmed the fracture.

Surgery Needed to Repair Fracture

Brown said Altuve will have surgery in the upcoming days to repair the fracture. The recovery time is expected to be 6-8 weeks, according to Astros manager Dusty Baker.

Significant Loss for the Astros

Altuve is a key player for the Astros, who are defending World Series champions. He is a six-time All-Star and a two-time Gold Glove winner. His absence will be a significant loss for the team.

Other Astros News

In other Astros news, star outfielder Michael Brantley is expected to miss the start of the season with a calf injury. Additionally, star shortstop Jeremy Pena is day-to-day with a wrist injury.

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