The Houston Astros placed second baseman Jose Altuve on the 10-day disabled list with right knee soreness, the team announced Sunday.
The move retroactive to July 26.
In a corresponding roster move, the Houston recalled infielder Tyler White from Triple A Fresno.
Altuve, the reigning American League MVP, has not played in the last two games against Texas Rangers, and it is the first time in Altuve's eight-year career that he has landed on the disabled list.
"Basic things, like walking and to go down the stairs, it feels good," Altuve said. "I haven't done anything more than that.