21/07/2026 By late July, Alvarez had become a central reason the Astros remained active in the playoff race, with his production carrying the lineup. Reports noted that he was batting over .320 with elite on-base and slugging numbers while continuing to pile up home runs and extra-base hits.
05/07/2026 Yordan Alvarez was named an American League All-Star starter for the 2026 Midsummer Classic, earning his fourth All-Star selection. He led the majors in OPS and total bases at the time, while also leading the American League in home runs, RBIs, and extra-base hits.
01/07/2026 Alvarez hit three grand slams during the 2026 season, matching the franchise record for the most grand slams in a single season. The feat tied him with several Astros greats and highlighted one of the most productive power-hitting stretches in team history.
