The Astros sit a half-game back of Seattle as they close out the series with the Rangers in a high-stakes chase for the AL wild-card. A win would trim the gap, seal the season series, and potentially lock in a tiebreaker. Javier vs. deGrom anchors the page, while Houston pilots through injuries and bullpen depth as they chase a postseason berth. Alvarez’s ankle sprain reshapes the lineup and Hader’s looming return adds an extra bullpen dynamic for the final stretch.

Tuesday’s win leaned on a bullpen-forward approach that showcased Houston’s depth, with AJ Blubaugh setting the tone. Fans can tune in on Space City Home Network or 790 AM/93.3 FM to follow every late-inning turn as the wild-card race tightens and playoff implications intensify across the AL.