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Altuve Back at Second Base: Aims for Consistency
15 Feb
Summary
- Jose Altuve is returning to his everyday second base position for the Astros.
- He struggled offensively last season, posting his worst numbers since 2013.
- Altuve aims for greater stability and consistency in his performance this year.
Jose Altuve has signaled the unofficial start of spring training for the Houston Astros by arriving at their West Palm Beach complex. After a 2023 season marked by positional shifts and his worst offensive output since 2013, Altuve is re-anointed as the everyday second baseman. He acknowledged struggles with consistency last year, noting a wide performance gap between his best and worst moments.
Altuve's offensive performance dipped significantly, with a .265 batting average falling below his typical .276 minimum clip. He aims for more stability this season and has identified a flaw in his batting stance, seeking to improve his ability to see pitches and use the entire field. Minor offseason surgery corrected a right foot injury, and Altuve reports he is 100 percent healthy.
Despite turning 36 in May, Altuve remains committed to playing as much as possible, with a personal goal of exceeding 150 games played again. He is also on the cusp of reaching 2,388 career hits, positioning him to pass several prominent second basemen in the historical rankings this season.
