In explaining his idea to move to the second spot in the Houston Astros lineup Monday, Jose Altuve sounded a hopeful note about Jeremy Peña's elevation to the leadoff role. "I think my at-bats haven't been really good the way I want it lately,

The Houston Astros seem to be in a transitional phase this year after parting ways with two of their biggest superstars in Alex Bregman and Kyle Tucker. Jose Altuve still remains on the team, however,

Jose Altuve asked manager Joe Espada to move him out of the leadoff spot and into the second hole for the Houston Astros. The 34-year-old Altuve made the transition to the outfield this season after the trade of Kyle Tucker and the departure of Alex Bregman shook up Houston’s lineup.