However, Alvarez, who was ramping up and expected to face live pitching, has faced a setback from his hand fracture. Astros' higher-ups didn't make it sound like it was promising, with a new development coming out of Houston. According to The Athletic, Alvarez was scheduled to see a hand specialist on Wednesday.

Yordan Alvarez received two injections in his injured hand and will be shut down from baseball activities for "the upcoming days."

The 28-year-old, three-time All-Star has been out of the Astros' batting lineup since May 2 after sustaining a fractured right hand. Although Alvarez still has no timetable for his return while undergoing rehab for the injury, Houston was able to provide an update on Thursday.