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What the Astros' Path to the Postseason Looks Like

It's come down to the last week of the season for the Houston Astros. After not making the postseason for the first time in nine seasons in 2025, the Astros are trying to avoid the same outcome in 2026.

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Where Astros' Playoff Odds Stand With Just One Week Left in the Season

It was a disastrous weekend series for the Houston Astros, who have now tumbled out of first place in the American League West division. The Astros are now two games under .500 at 77-79 and were in a solid position before the sweep against the Atlanta Braves.

Yordan Alvarez News / Field Level Media / September 21

Yordan Alvarez, Astros enter critical final stretch against Mariners

Yordan Alvarez normally lets his bat do the talking. But after the Houston Astros were swept in a three-game home series over the weekend by National League East champion Atlanta, Alvarez felt compelled to speak up at a players' meeting.

Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / September 21

Astros’ Playoff Hopes Come Down to 6 Games: Will They Stand or Fall?

We know where the regular season will end. In front of roughly 10,000 at sleepy Sutter Health Park, home to the Sacramento River Cats and their joint tenants, the A’s.

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The 'Most lefty-homers in a season' quiz

How many of the lefty mashers with the most home runs in a single season for each MLB franchise can you name in five minutes?

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Jose Altuve News / Houston Astros on SI / September 21

Astros, Altuve Have Failed in Key Scenarios This Season

The Astros failed multiple times to get the runner in from third with less than two outs over the last two games. This has been a sore spot for the Astros this season, as they’ve struggled to get the runner in from third all season.

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The most surprising player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The 2026 season has been headlined by young players emerging, but some wily veterans have also had their day. As we head toward the end of the regular season, these 30 players stand out as the biggest surprises on their teams.

Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / September 21

The Astros Are Running on Empty & Biggest Questions Go Beyond Dugout

Astros fans, your team is running on empty. The problem is the pedal is already to the floor, the finish line is approaching, and there may not be anything left in the tank.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / September 21

The Bullpen’s Failures Have Come at the Worst Possible Time for the Astros

Right when they need it the most, the Houston Astros’ bullpen has become the biggest problem surrounding their most recent losses. The starting pitching, which went through so many injuries, inconsistencies and problems all year, has been able to establish itself in this final month of the season.

Yordan Alvarez News / Athlon Sports / September 21

Yordan Alvarez Makes Personal Decision After Another Astros Loss

Yordan Alvarez decided it was time to address his Houston Astros teammates after another difficult loss on Sunday. The Astros fell 4-2 to the Atlanta Braves at Daikin Park, completing a three-game sweep at home.

Jose Altuve News / Viral Sports News / September 20

Houston Astros Announce Jose Altuve News on Sunday

The Houston Astros will try to salvage their weekend series against the Atlanta Braves on Sunday after dropping the first two games at Daikin Park. Atlanta took Saturday’s contest 6-3, leaving Houston at 77-78 and one game behind the Texas Rangers in the American League West.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / September 20

Astros Reveal Starting Lineup vs. Braves as Playoff Hopes Hang in the Balance

The Houston Astros have fallen out of first place in the AL West division after dropping the first two games of the series against the Atlanta Braves. The Texas Rangers have taken over the lead by one game entering Sunday with a 78-77 record, while Houston sits at 77-78.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / September 20

Astros Reliever Could Miss Rest of Regular Season After Latest Injury Timetable

Arguably the worst division in baseball sits in the American League, as the AL West has been full of mediocre ballclubs for most of the season. Still, the Houston Astros had been mostly in control until taking a dive off a cliff as of late, which eventually led the Texas Rangers to overthrow their in-state rivals.

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The most disappointing player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The 2026 season hasn't gone as planned for many MLB players. These 30 players stand out as the biggest disappointments for their respective teams.

Christian Walker News / Houston Astros on SI / September 19

Christian Walker's Slump Bringing Down Astros as Playoff Race Heats Up

Christian Walker has been in the midst of a major slump, hurting the Houston Astros during this stretch. His numbers have put manager Joe Espada in a difficult position when it comes to setting up his lineup.

Trey Mancini News / Viral Sports News / September 19

Former Houston Astros World Series Champion Has Retired

Trey Mancini’s baseball life will always belong first to Baltimore, and that is why he signed a one-day contract Saturday so the Orioles could honor him as he officially retired before their game against Milwaukee.

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Houston Astros News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 19

Astros Activate Brice Matthews, Designate Jorge Barrosa For Assignment

The Astros have activated outfielder/infielder Brice Matthews from the 60-day injured list, per Brian McTaggart of MLB.com. To make room, they designated outfielder Jorge Barrosa for assignment.

Yordan Alvarez News / Lindy's Sports / September 19

Why Yordan Alvarez Makes Houston Astros a Dark Horse in AL

The Houston Astros are tied for the top spot in the AL West and aren’t even guaranteed a playoff spot, yet they could be the team to beat. Houston is 77-77, and if they don’t win their division, they could not even be playing October baseball.

Houston Astros News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 19

Astros’ nightmare seeding, matchup scenarios for 2026 MLB Playoffs

The Houston Astros have not had a very impressive year. The Astros may have been a playoff team in 8 of the last 9 seasons, but the 2026 season has seen them struggle to keep their heads above water as they play their final 8 games of the regular season.

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The 'Active 40-HR MLB seasons' quiz

There are 26 active MLB players with at least one 40-home run season under their belt. How many of those players can you name in five minutes?

Carlos Correa News / Athlon Sports / September 18

Astros Provide Carlos Correa Update After Season-Ending Decision

The Houston Astros received encouraging news on Carlos Correa after the shortstop underwent a medical evaluation. Astros manager Joe Espada said Correa has no structural damage and is dealing with lingering inflammation.

Jake Meyers News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 18

Jake Meyers reportedly suffers season-ending knee injury

Astros outfielder Jake Meyers is done for the year after fouling a ball of his left knee cap in the minors, according to Brian McTaggart of MLB.com. He was placed on the minor league injured list September 12, per to his transactions tracker at MLB.com.

Houston Astros News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 17

Astros rumors: Joe Espada’s job security draws assessment from Ken Rosenthal

Houston Astros manager Joe Espada’s job security remains uncertain despite the club entering Thursday tied for first place in the American League West.

Houston Astros News / Field Level Media / September 16

Astros turn to Cristian Javier in rematch vs. Royals

Houston Astros manager Joe Espada announced that third baseman Carlos Correa will miss the remainder of the season, effectively ending his bid to return from left ankle surgery in May.

Jeremy Pena News / Field Level Media / September 15

Jeremy Pena homers twice as Astros top Royals

Jeremy Pena recorded his fifth career multi-homer game and Yordan Alvarez homered for just the second time this month as the Houston Astros claimed the opener of a three-game series against the visiting Kansas City Royals with a 4-2 victory on Tuesday.

Carlos Correa News / Yardbarker / September 15

Astros get worst-case news for Carlos Correa's potential return

The reunion between the Houston Astros and Correa has not quite gone according to plan.

Clinging to AL West lead, Astros enter crunch time vs. Royals

Jonathan Aranda keys offensive outburst as Rays rout Astros

Daulton Varsho's offense finally showing signs of life for Astros

The 'MLB Playoff hits leaders' quiz

Josh Hader News / Just Baseball / September 14

Josh Hader Is Reclaiming His Throne as MLB’s Best Reliever

Amidst the inconsistency of the Houston Astros 2026 season, left-handed closer Josh Hader‘s sustained dominance has them at the top of the American League West.