The Houston Astros have established a strong tradition by securing a spot in the postseason for the past eight consecutive years. However, as the end of the season approaches, their continued participation in the playoffs is uncertain. Despite facing tough challenges, the Astros have the opportunity to extend their postseason streak with a potentially pivotal series against the Los Angeles Angels this weekend.
Currently, the Astros find themselves trailing by one game and face the additional hurdle of tiebreakers, as they would lose these to every team positioned ahead of them. This situation necessitates not just victories on their part but also some favorable outcomes from games involving other teams.
To have a clear shot at the playoffs, the Astros could benefit greatly from securing a sweep against the Angels. Yet, even with two wins and one loss in the series, the Astros still have a feasible path to postseason play. This would require either the Cleveland Guardians or the Detroit Tigers to be swept in their respective series.
While the Astros’ path to the playoffs is fraught with uncertainty and depends on various outcomes beyond their control, their resilience and past performances provide hope for their fans. The team’s dedication and determination in the upcoming series could very well be the key to sustaining their impressive streak in playoffs history.