Jose Altuve's transition to left field has not been an easy one. The Houston Astros star is getting in important reps at his new position during spring training after transitioning from second base to left field ahead of the 2025 season. While he's made a few impressive plays in the outfield, he's also made some worrisome mistakes.

Altuve hadn't gotten many chances at his new position heading into Thursday. Then he faced a long fly ball and did not handle it well.

The Houston Astros are doing something no one ever expected — moving Jose Altuve to left field. Projected to be the team’s starting left fielder for the 2025 MLB season, Altuve is attempting to adjust to an entirely new position for the first time in his 14-year career.