September stretch run: Alvarez is back and Houston looks to balance aggression with patience as they chase the West. Altuve handles DH duties to stay productive, while Pena and Diaz stay strong at the top of the order. Paredes’ absence hurt balance, Meyers is on the mend, and the lineup depth matters more than ever as they face Rangers and Mariners in critical series. For fantasy, monitor Alvarez’s workload, Altuve’s DH days, and the evolving roles of Peña, Diaz, and Dubón in a tight race.