Astros are in three-team fight for AL West. Who has easiest, hardest remaining strength of schedule?
The Astros and Rangers are in a tight race atop the AL West, but the Mariners are lurking and they have a ridiculously easy schedule coming in September.
The Houston Astros sit atop the American League West standings, but their path to maintaining that lead remains uncertain. The Rangers and Mariners are just a half-game behind, making the final 30 games crucial in determining the race for the top spot. The Astros and Rangers have a similar strength of schedule, with their remaining opponents' winning percentages closely matched at .506 and .511, respectively.
Meanwhile, the Mariners boast the easiest remaining schedule, with 17 of their last 22 games against the worst teams in baseball. This could prove decisive if the competition comes down to the final week. For the Astros, a pivotal two-game series in Seattle precedes four games in Sacramento against the Athletics. The Mariners' final four home games against the Angels and four against the Athletics will also be key. Finally, the Rangers face three games at Minnesota, currently three games out of a wild-card spot.
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