Many times, baseball is about something beyond the game. That is what recently transpired when Houston Astros superstar Jose Altuve made one child's memory unforgettable. One 4-year-old boy named Miles became an online sensation after a video showed him cheering on Jose Altuve with his face on fire. Now, that lovely moment became something even more Miles got to meet his hero in person during batting practice.
Jose Altuve gives young fan Miles a moment to remember forever
Miles stole hearts all over the internet after he was captured on camera cheering enthusiastically for Jose Altuve during a game. His energy and love for the player touched the hearts of many, and in no time, the video went viral. It didn't take long before the Astros and Jose Altuve himself noticed.
Before a recent game, Miles and his family were treated like VIPs by the stadium. During batting practice, Jose Altuve walked over and made the young boy's dream come true. Miles got to welcome the second baseman star, speak with him, and even join in on some of the comedy. The experience was one of smiles, hugs, and memories to last an eternity.
Jose Altuve making dreams come true.
— Houston Astros (@astros) May 12, 2025
4 year old Miles went viral cheering on his favorite player, today he got to meet him during BP! #BuiltForThis pic.twitter.com/SmsKaQ6Hl6
Jose Altuve, as great off the field as he was known to be for being kind off the field as he was great on the field, was as friendly with Miles as if they were old buddies. The two posed for pictures together, and Miles took some signed equipment home. Everyone who was observing could see just how thrilled both of them were.
A moment Miles and Jose Altuve will never forget
For Miles, it was the perfect day. To get to meet his hero in person is something he will be bragging about for years. For Jose Altuve, too, it was a reminder of what makes baseball so special.
It's not just hits and home runs it's the fans, the kids like Miles, too, who look up to players with hearts full of dreams.
Those are the kinds of moments that make sports so magical. A mere encounter between a player and a fan can be the world, and Jose Altuve made sure that he made time to make it a little bit special.
Many fans who were around to see the moment took to the internet and posted about it, looking to see goodness and happiness intersect on the diamond.
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