Houston Astros sign slugger Yordan Álvarez to a 6-year extension, KPRC 2 Sports confirms

HOUSTON – The Houston Astros are keeping one of their star sluggers around for the long term, KPRC 2 Sports has confirmed.

It was reported first on Friday by ESPN’s Jeff Passan, then confirmed by several others, including KPRC 2′s Randy McIlvoy, that Yordan Álvarez has agreed to a six-year extension worth $115 million.

Álvarez has been one of the Astros’ top power hitters from the time he entered the major leagues in 2019, hitting 27 home runs for 78 RBI in 87 games during his rookie season. Last year, the designated hitter clubbed 33 home runs with 104 RBI. So far this season, in 45 games, Álvarez leads the Astros with 14 home runs and also leads the team with 31 RBI to go with his .272 batting average. His home run total currently ranks second in the American League.