Houston Astros designated hitter Yordan Alvarez has hit a setback in his recovery from a broken right hand and will be shut down while he consults a specialist, according to the Associated Press.

Yordan Alvarez said he felt pain in his right hand after taking 'some swings' against live pitching in Florida and has been shut down.

Astros slugger Yordan Alvarez has experienced a setback in his recovery from a broken right hand and will see a specialist.