Yordan Alvarez, the talented outfielder for the Houston Astros, made headlines recently when he hit three consecutive home runs in a game against the Philadelphia Phillies. This impressive feat not only showcased Alvarez’s power at the plate, but also solidified his status as one of the top young hitters in the game.

Alvarez’s first home run came in the third inning, when he connected on a pitch from Phillies starter Aaron Nola and sent it soaring over the left field wall. His second home run came in the fifth inning, this time off reliever JD Hammer, as Alvarez continued to display his ability to drive the ball out of the park with ease. And finally, in the seventh inning, Alvarez completed the trifecta with another home run, this time off reliever David Hale.

This performance marked the first time in Alvarez’s career that he had hit three home runs in a single game, and only the 19th time in MLB history that a player had accomplished this feat. It also made Alvarez the youngest player in Astros history to hit three home runs in a game.

Alvarez’s power surge against the Phillies was just the latest highlight in what has been a stellar season for the 24-year-old slugger. He currently leads the Astros in home runs and RBIs, and is among the league leaders in both categories as well. His ability to hit for both power and average has made him a key cog in the Astros’ lineup, and a player that opposing pitchers must always be wary of.

As Alvarez continues to develop and hone his skills at the plate, it’s clear that he has the potential to become one of the premier power hitters in the game. His three-home run performance against the Phillies was just a glimpse of what he is capable of, and fans can expect to see many more memorable moments from him in the years to come.