Astros manager Joe Espada says rest is best medicine for Yordan Alvarez who is dealing with a strained muscle in his right hand.

Houston Astros slugger Yordan Alvarez has a strained muscle at the top of his right hand. It's a diagnosis that instills optimism he won’t have a prolonged stay on the injured list.

After dealing with hand issues last weekend, Houston Astros designated hitter Yordan Alvarez subsequently landed on the 10-day IL. Fortunately for Houston supporters, Alvarez was informed on Wednesday that the recent MRI on his hand showed a strain—and nothing more serious.