The Houston Astros hit a new low this weekend, being swept by the Seattle Mariners as the final week of the regular season has arrived. The Mariners now have a commanding three-game lead in the American League West, and the Astros' collapse has suddenly forced fans to fear that there may not be playoff baseball in Houston this year.
It's been an odd season for the Astros as they seemingly were ready to use the 2025 season to reset after an offseason where Alex Bregman signed with the Boston Red Sox and Kyle Tucker was traded to the Chicago Cubs.