The Astros are removing first baseman Yuli Gurriel from their roster prior to Game 6 of the World Series on Saturday, effectively ending his season, according to MLB.com’s Brian McTaggart.
Gurriel injured his knee during a rundown late in Game 5 vs. the Phillies on Thursday night. The severity of the injury is unclear, but the injury is serious-enough that Gurriel will not be available for Game 6 on Saturday or a potential Game 7 on Sunday.
This postseason, Gurriel was one of Houston’s strongest performers, hitting .347 with two home runs and an .850 OPS. He also struck out just once in 50 plate appearances since the start of the playoffs.