Brian Bogusevic Says Astros Catcher Yainer Díaz's 'Talent is Undeniable'

Brian Bogusevic, former Astros outfielder and Space City Home Network analyst, joins Next Up to recap the the Astros defeating the Toronto Blue Jays 8-0 Wednesday at Minute Maid Park. The win concluded the three game series against the Blue Jays in which the Astros won two-out-of-three.

Yordan Alvarez hit his first two homeruns of the 2024 season. "Yordan goes through these progressions," but "it was nasty yesterday," Bogusevic said.

Jose Altuve also recorded a home run, as well as a walk and two runs scored. "He's looking to hit for power." Altuve bounced back after a base running mistake Tuesday that contributed to the Astros dropping a game to the Blue Jays. "Those are mental mistake, not physical things."

Following Martín Maldonado's departure, the Astros named Yainer Diaz as the starting catcher in favor of his strong offense which has exceeded expectations. "The talent is undeniable" and "his maturity has really showed up early this season."

The Astros will have a day off before beginning their four-game series against the Texas Rangers on Friday at Globe Life Field.