MLB:
How does this affect the Astros' odds in the AL West and wild-card race given Mariners and Guardians chatter?
Qwiket AI:
Álvarez out sharpens Houston’s playoff push. With Seattle half a game up and Cleveland three behind in the wild card, the Astros must maximize every at-bat while Sánchez and Cole absorb extra workloads. The right-win between Rangers and Astros becomes even more pivotal for the head-to-head tiebreaker in late-season games.
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Cleveland Guardians: