Houston Astros second baseman Jose Altuve was honored by the city of Houston, as February 7th, 2024 was declared 'José Altuve Day'. Altuve expressed his love for Houston and his teammates, emphasizing the city as his home. He also mentioned that playing for another team was a consideration, but ultimately, his best-case scenario was staying in Houston. The Astros celebrated the day with special promotions, including a sweepstakes and ticket packages featuring Altuve's number, 27.
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Houston's Mayor John Whitmire has announced today, February 7 (2/7) as José Altuve day. (per @JuliaMorales) https://t.co/ZUJ0jVTVo7
Altuve on his teammates here: "I see Yordan sitting next to Craig. I can call him one of my good friends. I see Jeremy over here. I see Hensley. We're a family and it means a lot. I play for them and the fans and it means so much they're here supporting me on a day like this."
Jose Altuve on possibly playing for another team: "When people say it's your last year, you kind of think about it, but my wife and I have a lot of conversations... The best case scenario was always here. I come back every day after a night game and see my daughters sleeping and…
Jose Altuve: "When I got called up in 2011, they told me it was something temporary until they find another second baseman."
Jose Altuve on what Houston means to him: "I feel happy and proud and blessed. Houston is my home. I have two homes; I grew up in Venezuela, my country. Every time I go there , I tell my wife, 'Let's go home.' And when I come back, I say, 'Let's go home.'"
On behalf of the Mayor of Houston: February 7th (2/7), 2024 will now be known as José Altuve day in the city of Houston.
Astros VP of communications and marketing Anita Sehgal read a proclamation from Mayor John Whitmire naming today Jose Altuve Day in Houston. It's Feb. 7 ... 2/7... 27 (Altuve's number). https://t.co/yShpN18a4k