Houston Astros playoff scenarios: Where things stand with 5 games left in regular season
Houston's win over Seattle on Monday and Texas' loss to the NY Mets gave the Astros control of the AL West. A look at final 5 games.
As the Houston Astros and Texas Rangers enter the final five games of the season, the AL West playoff picture is tightening. The Astros secured a crucial 7-0 victory over the Seattle Mariners, strengthening their position at the top of the division. However, the Rangers, tied with the Astros, remain in contention for the division title.
The Astros and Rangers are currently locked in a tiebreaker scenario after both teams won their season series against each other. Their next matchup is scheduled for Wednesday, with the Astros hosting the Seattle Mariners and the Rangers hosting the New York Mets.
Here are the scenarios that could determine the AL West champion:
If the Astros go 5-0 in their final five games: Houston will be crowned the AL West champion, regardless of the Rangers' performance.
If the Astros go 4-1 in their final five games: The Rangers must win all five of their remaining games to claim the division title.
If the Astros go 3-2 in their final five games: The Rangers need to secure four victories in their remaining games to secure the championship.
If the Astros go 2-3 in their final five games: The Rangers must win three of their remaining games to capture the division title.
If the Astros go 1-4 in their final five games: The Rangers need to win two of their remaining games to claim the AL West crown.
If the Astros go 0-5 in their final five games: The Rangers must win at least one of their remaining games to secure the division title.
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