Altuve is back in the leadoff spot Thursday versus the Angels.

EDGE Analysis

Altuve got a breather Wednesday in the final game of the Astros' previous series versus the Twins, but he's rested and ready Thursday for the opening of a four-game set against the Halos. The star second baseman boasts a .324/.425/.588 slash line in 40 plate appearances since returning two weeks ago from March 19 surgery to repair a fracture in his right thumb.

Altuve is not in the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against the Twins, Brian McTaggart of MLB.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Altuve will get a day of rest for the first time in six games. The infielder will grab a seat on the bench with Mauricio Dubon getting the start at second base and hitting leadoff against Louie Varland and Minnesota. Since returning from the fractured thumb that caused him to miss the first six-plus weeks of the season, Altuve has slashed .324/.425/.588 with two homers and six RBI over 34 at-bats.

Altuve went 1-for-4 with a grand slam and a walk in Monday's 10-inning loss to the Twins.

EDGE Analysis

Altuve temporarily turned the game around with his seventh-inning grand slam, giving Houston its first lead of the game. However, Minnesota eventually prevailed after the game went to an extra frame. Altuve missed the first seven weeks of the campaign after fracturing his thumb in the World Baseball Classic, but he hasn't missed a beat upon his return. He's hit safely in seven straight games and is slashing .355/.444/.645 with two homers, six RBI and seven runs overall through 36 plate appearances.

Altuve went 3-for-5 with a solo home run and an additional run scored in Sunday's 10-1 win over the Athletics.

EDGE Analysis

Altuve has multiple hits in each of his last three games, and he's hit safely in six of seven contests this season. While all but one of his games have come against the A's, Altuve looks all the way back after missing time with a broken thumb to begin the campaign. The second baseman is hitting .370 with a homer, two RBI, six runs scored and four doubles through 31 plate appearances.

Altuve (illness) is back in the lineup Friday against the Athletics.

EDGE Analysis

Altuve sat out of Wednesday's series finale in Milwaukee after making an early exit from Tuesday's game because of an illness, but he's ready to rock for Friday night's series opener in Oakland. He'll start at second base and bat leadoff versus the A's and right-hander James Kaprielian.

Altuve (illness) is not in the starting lineup Wednesday against the Brewers.

EDGE Analysis

After exiting Tuesday's 6-0 loss to the Brewers early due to an illness, Altuve will remain on the bench Wednesday in Milwaukee. Considering the fact that the Astros have a day off Thursday, Altuve will have an extra day to feel better ahead of Houston's three-game series with Oakland starting Friday. Mauricio Dubon will draw the start at second base and bat leadoff in the series finale with the Brewers.

Astros manager Dusty Baker told reporters that Altuve left Tuesday's game against the Brewers due to illness as a precaution, Chandler Rome of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

Altuve is still being evaluated, Brian McTaggart of MLB.com reports. The infielder went 1-for-3 before being replaced by Mauricio Dubon at second base. Altuve should be considered day-to-day with a chance to return to the lineup for the series finale against the Brewers on Wednesday.

Altuve left Tuesday's game against the Brewers with an apparent injury, Brian McTaggart of MLB.com reports. He went 1-for-3 before his exit.

EDGE Analysis

Altuve has been replaced by Mauricio Dubon at second base. The infielder should be considered day-to-day until there are further updates.

Altuve went 1-for-3 with a double, a run scored and a walk Saturday against the Athletics.

EDGE Analysis

Altuve started his second game since returning from a thumb injury and led off the contest with a double before coming around to score. He also worked a two-out walk in the seventh inning, and he has earned a free pass in each of his appearances this season. Altuve will be a fixture atop Houston's order moving forward.

Altuve went 0-for-4 with a walk Friday against the Athletics.

EDGE Analysis

Altuve made his season debut after returning from a thumb injury and immediately occupied the leadoff spot in the order. He failed to reach base in each of his first four plate appearances but did manage to earn a walk in the bottom of the eighth inning. It may take a few games for Altuve to return to knock off the rust due to his extended absence, but it's clear he'll occupy a clear role on the team.