The Rebuild, the Scandal, and the Dynasty
Jose Altuve — 5'6", relentless, a batting title machine — became the face of the rebuild and one of the most beloved players in the sport. Alex Bregman arrived as a hyper-competitive corner infielder built for big moments. George Springer gave them a leadoff hitter who could change a game in one swing. At the 2017 trade deadline, they acquired Justin Verlander — a future Hall of Famer in mid-season form — and the rotation locked in.
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