José Altuve is a Venezuelan professional baseball second baseman for the Houston Astros of Major League Baseball (MLB). Widely regarded as one of the best pure hitters in the game, Altuve is an eight-time All-Star, six-time Silver Slugger Award winner, and the 2017 American League (AL) MVP. He also led the AL in batting average three times and won a Gold Glove Award in 2015. A key player in the Astros' success, Altuve has been instrumental in leading the team to two World Series appearances, winning in 2017. He is known for his diminutive stature, exceptional hand-eye coordination, and clutch performances in the playoffs.
