Yordan Alvarez was held out of the Houston Astros lineup for a second consecutive game due to right hand inflammation Sunday but was feeling "better," manager Joe Espada said. Alvarez was scratched from Saturday's lineup after his hand felt sore during pre-game hitting.

Struggling Astros slugger Yordan Alvarez was held out of Saturday's game against the White Sox in Chicago with right hand inflammation. Houston manager Joe Espada said he didn't believe the injury was serious and Alvarez could return for Sunday's series finale.

Yordan Alvarez was scratched from the Houston Astros' lineup for Saturday's game against the Chicago White Sox.