Houston Astros outfielder Yordan Alvarez exited Sunday’s game against the Los Angeles Angels with a right knee contusion after sliding into second base after hitting a double in the third inning.Alvarez slid into second,

Houston Astros starting pitcher Spencer Arrighetti (41) delivers during the first inning of an MLB baseball game at Minute Maid Park, Sunday, Sept. 22, 2024, in Houston. Yordan Alvarez left the Houston Astros’ game against the Angels on Sunday after appearing to hurt his right leg on a slide into second base.

The injury occurred when Yordan Alvarez slid into second base after he doubled in the third inning. He was slow to get up, prompting Espada and Astros assistant athletic trainer Eric Velazquez from the dugout.