The Houston Astros, despite all the adversity they've faced this season, are still in first place in the American League West. But they've got company. The Seattle Mariners, a team who's hungry to make it back to the postseason, have caught Houston and are in the tie with the Astros atop the division heading into play on Wednesday.
With about six weeks remaining in the 2025 campaign, the Astros figure to be a dog fight for the rest of the season. The Astros will welcome the Mariners in Houston next month in what's sure to be pivotal series for both ball clubs.