Houston Astros maintain lead in AL West despite loss to Baltimore Orioles
Key points:
- The Houston Astros lost to the Baltimore Orioles, but their magic number to clinch the AL West decreased.
- The Texas Rangers also lost, allowing the Astros to maintain their 1.5-game lead.
- The Rangers and Mariners are tied 1.5 games behind the Astros and will face each other in seven of their last 10 games.
The Houston Astros suffered a close loss to the Baltimore Orioles, but their magic number to clinch the American League West was reduced thanks to the Texas Rangers’ loss. The Astros still hold a 1.5 game lead in the division. The Seattle Mariners are also tied with the Rangers, and their upcoming games against each other will factor into the Astros’ chances. In the AL Wild Card race, the Tampa Bay Rays have a comfortable lead, while the Toronto Blue Jays, Texas Rangers, and Seattle Mariners are vying for the remaining spots.
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