Astros' Yordan Alvarez Begins Rehab Stint at Double-A Corpus Christi

Astros slugger Yordan Alvarez has begun a Minor League rehab assignment with Double-A Corpus Christi as he recovers from a fractured right hand and inflammation that sidelined him since early May. Alvarez showed promising performance in his rehab start, hitting two doubles and a walk, signaling progress toward his return to the major league lineup. Meanwhile, Astros right-hander Luis Garcia also made a rehab appearance, striking out six over 4 1/3 innings for Corpus Christi. In other rehab news, Orioles utility player Jorge Mateo will begin a rehab assignment with Triple-A Norfolk following a hamstring injury, with an expected return in early September. Additionally, Pedro Leon is scheduled to start a rehab assignment with Triple-A Sugar Land after being sidelined all season with a Grade 1 MCL sprain. These rehab assignments mark important steps for players working back to full health and competitive play.