The Astros Can Still Contend Despite the Horrendous Start

Despite having their worst start in ten years, it’s too early to count the Houston Astros out of the postseason. The Houston Astros have not had the season that they and many in the baseball world had anticipated. 

After finishing just one win away from their third consecutive World Series appearance last season, the Astros look like a complete shell of themselves. Houston is 16-25 and sits 6.5 games back in the American League West following Monday’s win over the Oakland Athletics. Despite sitting nine games under .500, they are showing promising signs of a resurgence having won four of their last five games.

The Astros have been a staple in the postseason having made it to the ALCS in seven consecutive years, including two World Series championships. With the AL West not being dominated by any one team, Houston still has a viable shot at the postseason. After all, the 2005 edition of the team made it to the World Series after starting the season with a 15-30 record.

How the Astros Can Take a Page from the 2005 Team

While it seems nearly impossible for the Astros to make the postseason, fans who have been around a while know better. Three teams since 1901 have started a season 15-25 and made the postseason, including the 2005 National League champion Astros.