HOUSTON – The Houston Astros shared a sad update about a young fan who inspired second baseman Jose Altuve to hit a home run during a game against the Seattle Mariners.
Dylan Tindall-Heathcock, 10, died after he had been undergoing cancer treatment. The Astros posted the news on their Twitter account:
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"We're heartbroken to learn of Dylan Tindall-Heathcock's passing. We send our sincerest condolences to his family."
We're heartbroken to learn of Dylan Tindall-Heathcock's passing. We send our sincerest condolences to his family. pic.twitter.com/3AmmCfQuQ8
— Houston Astros (@astros) September 2, 2016
Altuve hit a home run during the May 6 game against the Mariners. Before the game, Altuve gave Dylan an autographed baseball bat, but Dylan had a request for Altuve - hit a home run.
In the bottom of the first inning, Altuve delivered. Watch it here.
Before the game, Dillon asked @JoseAltuve27 to hit a home run for him. Altuve delivered. pic.twitter.com/yKWVmqaB9E
— Houston Astros (@astros) May 6, 2016
"I really like the kid. He was really happy to be here," Altuve said.
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Dylan Tindall predicts Altuve will hit another homer for him tonight! ⚾️❤️ @KPRC2 @astros pic.twitter.com/IwXcnDH3Ox
— Lainie Fritz (@lainiefritz) May 6, 2016
Jose Altuve explains how special it was to hit the home run for Dylan. @KPRC2 #Astros pic.twitter.com/9pNSevzDkM
— Lainie Fritz (@lainiefritz) May 6, 2016