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Astros clinch AL West with historic 81-81 record, setting new low for playoff qualification
sports11 days ago

Astros clinch AL West with historic 81-81 record, setting new low for playoff qualification

The Houston Astros secured the American League West title with an 81-81 record, becoming the first team in Major League Baseball history to reach the postseason with a non-winning record. They defeated the Oakland Athletics 9-0 on the final day of the season, edging out the Texas Rangers by one game. This result marks the lowest winning percentage for a division champion in MLB history, surpassing the previous record held by the 2005 San Diego Padres. Despite the historic low, the Astros will host the Chicago White Sox in the wild-card series, with analysts suggesting the short format may allow them to advance despite a negative run differential.

via USA Today|
#al-west#houston-astros#mlb
Mariners Eliminated From 2026 Playoffs After Historic Collapse
sports15 days ago

Mariners Eliminated From 2026 Playoffs After Historic Collapse

The Seattle Mariners have been officially eliminated from 2026 postseason contention following a 3-1 loss by the Texas Rangers over the New York Mets. Seattle, which entered the season as the heavy favorite to win the AL West and reach the World Series, will finish third in the division with a 74-85 record. This marks the first losing season for the franchise since 2019, ending a five-year winning streak. The collapse is attributed to poor defense, pitching struggles, and the likely departure of star outfielder Randy Arozarena, who is expected to leave in free agency. Manager Dan Wilson is expected to be fired.

via Lookout Landing|
#al-west#dan-wilson#mlb
sports17 days ago

Mariners Face Near-Certain Elimination as Rangers Hold Tiebreaker Advantage

The Seattle Mariners are effectively eliminated from postseason contention with six games remaining, as the Texas Rangers hold a decisive head-to-head tiebreaker advantage. While Seattle can still mathematically avoid elimination, their only path to the playoffs requires winning the division, a scenario that depends on the Rangers losing every remaining game. The wild card spot is already secured by the Chicago White Sox, leaving the Mariners with no safety net.

via Seattle Sports|
#al-west#houston-astros#mlb-playoffs
Rodríguez makes MLB history with 5 straight 20-20 seasons as Mariners drop 7-4 to A's
sports1 month ago

Rodríguez makes MLB history with 5 straight 20-20 seasons as Mariners drop 7-4 to A's

Lawrence Butler's two-run single in the fifth keyed a 7-4 Athletics win at T-Mobile Park, with Zack Gelof homering early and Julio Rodríguez contributing an RBI double, a run, and three stolen bases to become the first MLB player to start his career with five consecutive 20-homer, 20-steal seasons; Kade Anderson took the loss, Hogan Harris earned the save, and Seattle remained six games back of Houston in the AL West.

via KOMO|
#al-west#athletics#julio-rodriguez
sports2 months ago

AL West Deadline Shuffle Repositions Seattle's Rivals

Deadline-day moves across the AL West reshaped the race: Astros added outfield depth by trading for Daulton Varsho (Toronto) for Spencer Arrighetti; Angels staged a four-trade spree bringing in multiple prospects and immediate help; Rangers made several buys including Adam Macko after dealing Josh Smith and Josh Stephan; Athletics were largely quiet; Seattle had already landed Taylor Ward via Baltimore after a four-player swap with the White Sox — leaving Houston three games ahead of Seattle in the division.

via Seattle Sports|
#al-west#angels#astros
DeGrom Shuts Down Dodgers as Rangers Grab 5-2 Win
sports5 months ago

DeGrom Shuts Down Dodgers as Rangers Grab 5-2 Win

Jacob deGrom yielded a first-inning homer to Shohei Ohtani but settled in for six innings of one-run ball as the Texas Rangers defeated the Los Angeles Dodgers 5-2. He struck out 15 and delivered a quality start to limit the bullpen workload, while the Rangers racked up 10 hits and 10 walks, leaving several scoring chances unresolved. Evan Carter homered, Josh Jung went 2-for-3 with two walks and a double, and Texas moved into a first-place tie with Oakland in the AL West despite some missed opportunities. The bullpen held on after a brief rough patch.

via Lone Star Ball|
#al-west#degrom#dodgers
Angels Part Ways with Manager Ron Washington After Last-Place Finishes
sports1 year ago

Angels Part Ways with Manager Ron Washington After Last-Place Finishes

The Los Angeles Angels have parted ways with manager Ron Washington after consecutive last-place finishes in the AL West, with interim manager Ray Montgomery also out. Washington, who had health issues earlier in the season, was hired in 2024 and led the team to poor records, continuing a long playoff drought for the franchise. The team plans to go in a different direction in 2026, with the next manager tasked with rebuilding a struggling franchise that has not made the postseason since 2014.

via Yahoo Sports|
#al-west#angels#manager-change
Mariners clinch AL West with series sweep and key home run
sports1 year ago

Mariners clinch AL West with series sweep and key home run

The Seattle Mariners significantly improved their playoff prospects by sweeping the Houston Astros, reducing their magic number to 3 to clinch the AL West title and securing a strong position for a playoff berth and potential homefield advantage in the ALDS. The Mariners' recent performance and standings tighten their grip on the second seed in the AL, while the Astros are now out of playoff contention.

via Seattle Sports|
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