Astros acquire Daulton Varsho from Blue Jays
Key Questions
How many times has Yordan Alvarez won AL Player of the Week this season?
Alvarez earned the award for the second time this season. It recognizes his continued dominance at the plate.
What statistical categories does Yordan Alvarez lead?
He leads the majors in OPS, slugging percentage, and total bases. This underscores his MVP-caliber performance amid the team's inconsistent year.
Why is Alvarez's Player of the Week award notable?
The honor highlights his individual excellence during a season where the Astros have struggled overall. It reinforces his status as a top AL performer.
The Astros have acquired left-handed outfielder Daulton Varsho from the Toronto Blue Jays, sending Spencer Arrighetti to Toronto. Varsho addresses the team's need for a lefty bat in the outfield. He is hitting .243 with 7 HR and an 86 OPS+ this season but provides Gold Glove-caliber defense. The trade was announced on August 3, just as the Astros begin a series against the Blue Jays.