Jose Altuve left the Astros' game in San Francisco on Tuesday night after being hit on the left foot by a pitch, according to ESPN. The second baseman suffered a bruised foot when an 82‑mph slider from Giants starter Carson Whisenhunt struck him in the first inning.

Altuve, 36, a two‑time World Series champion, remained in the game to run the bases after the incident but did not return to defense in the third inning. He was replaced by Nick Allen, while the Astros confirmed the injury was a bruise.

The incident occurred as Houston entered the game leading the AL West. Altuve is hitting .240 with 13 home runs and 35 RBIs in his 16th major‑league season. The team has not released a longer‑term prognosis, but expects him to be evaluated further.

The hit adds to a list of recent injuries in the league and could affect Houston’s playoff hopes. Fans and analysts are monitoring his recovery, with the Astros expected to provide updates after further examination.