Since 2017, the Houston Astros have dominantly asserted themselves as the most successful, and strongest Major League team with six consecutive postseason appearances, along with two World Championships in 2017 and 2022. And standing right at the face of their success, and their scandals, is their infamously famous Venezuelan-born baseman, Jose Altuve. Analogous to that, after winning the 2022 World Championship against the National League’s Philadelphia Phillies, the $30 million annually earning baseman returned home.
After going back home, shortly before the commencement of spring training, a video from his homeland surfaced where the eight-time All-Star is partying with the locals.
A special Venezuelan celebration by the Houston Astros star
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Michael Schwab recited that the video went viral after Altuve’s wife, Nina, live-streamed the dance party on her Instagram handle.
Altuve's wife, Nina, was livestreaming the dance party on Instagram https://t.co/9baxymbk6t
— Michael Schwab (@michaelschwab13) January 3, 2023
As reported by Our Esquina, “Jose Altuve has some moves! The 2017 AL MVP, two-time World Series champion, eight-time All-Star and Astros leader is enjoying being with his gente in Venezuela.”
After winning two World Championships in the last two years, and winning the MVP award for one of those seasons, Altuve’s happiness is only justified.
Jose Altuve over the years…
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At the tender age of 17, the Houston Astros recognized the potential in Jose Altuve and signed him as an amateur free agent in 2007. After honing his skills and making his debut with the team in 2011, Altuve has cemented his place as a reliable and decorated second baseman for the Astros. Back in 2018, the baseman signed a five-year contract with the Astros worth $151 million, that would extend until the 2024 season.
Today, along with an American League MVP award in the Astros’ 2017 Championship victory and their incredible success in the past few years, the baseman has won Six Silver Slugger Awards, along with eight All-Star appearances. However, along with his incredible success, he also rests as the face of the Astros cheating scandal, despite claims that suggest otherwise.
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Without any doubt, Altuve stands amongst the greatest basemen in the history of the league. What are your views on his career and his involvement in the trash can cheating scandal? Share your thoughts in the comments below.