Astros star second baseman Jose Altuve may be small in stature, but he is big in heart and determination. He would be the last to admit it, but he is the embodiment of this team. The team’s camaraderie, grit, and inspiration centers around Jose Altuve and that’s why he’s the player hoisted up by his teammates. That’s what earns him the series MVP. Oh, and he plays baseball pretty well too.
“The playoff version of him is spectacular. He’s turned himself into a star in his career here, and yet he’s remained humble, he’s remained hungry.