Yordan Alvarez, Astros attempt to even series vs. Tigers

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HOUSTON -- Astros manager Joe Espada was pleased with Yordan Alvarez's contributions in Houston's 3-1 loss during Game 1 of the American League wild-card series against the Detroit Tigers on Tuesday.

The Astros need all the help they can get as they attempt to level the best-of-three series Wednesday afternoon.

Alvarez finished 2-for-4 in his first action since spraining his ri