BREAKING NEWS: HoustonAstros Star Slugger Yordan Alvarez Reveals What Has Delayed His Return from Injury….see more

In a stunning update that has fans and analysts buzzing, Houston Astros superstar Yordan Alvarez revealed the real reason behind the extended delay in his return from injury — and according to the slugger himself, “it wasn’t what everyone thought.”

After initially being sidelined with what the team described as “mild oblique discomfort” nearly four weeks ago, many expected Alvarez to return to the lineup quickly. However, his absence stretched longer than anticipated, fueling speculation across social media and sports talk shows. Now, Alvarez is setting the record straight.

“It wasn’t just the oblique,” Alvarez told reporters before Saturday’s game. “I had a minor complication during rehab. There was inflammation in my lower back that slowed everything down. We wanted to be cautious — not rush it.”

According to team doctors, the back issue wasn’t originally part of the diagnosis but flared up during rotational drills as Alvarez began ramping up baseball activities. The Astros opted for a conservative approach, holding him out to avoid a long-term setback — especially with the team still in playoff contention.

Manager Joe Espada emphasized that Alvarez’s health is the top priority.

“We’ve seen what Yordan means to this lineup. We weren’t going to risk pushing him when his body wasn’t 100 percent. We need him for the long run — not just one week.”

Alvarez, a key part of the Astros’ offensive engine, was slashing .281/.368/.522 with 14 home runs before the injury. His return, which could come as early as next week, would be a massive boost to a Houston team trying to gain ground in the AL West.

“I feel good now. Really good,” Alvarez added. “Once I’m back, I’ll be ready to help this team win.”

Astros fans can breathe a bit easier — Yordan is almost back, and he’s cleared the air.

Stay tuned for updates on his official return date.