With Yordan an awards season favorite, could other Astros join him?

Houston Astros designated hitter Yordan Alvarez enters the MLB awards season as the favorite for the American League MVP award following an outstanding 2026 campaign. Alvarez led Major League Baseball with a .316 batting average, a .432 on-base percentage, and a 1.033 OPS while hitting 42 home runs. Several of his Astros teammates are also in contention for major post-season honors across various categories.

Shortstop Jeremy Peña is considered a contender for the AL Silver Slugger Award after recording 22 home runs. Defensively, first baseman Christian Walker and right fielder Cam Smith are candidates for Rawlings Gold Glove Awards. Additionally, rookie reliever AJ Blubaugh and closer Josh Hader could potentially earn award consideration for AL Rookie of the Year and AL Reliever of the Year.