The Houston Astros are exactly where the Tampa Bay Rays wish they were in October. The Astros are engaged in a mighty struggle with the New York Yankees for the American league East division title and a trip to the World Series.
How did the Astros push aside thirteen other teams for a chance at the title? It’s an interesting story and one to which the Rays should pay attention.
First of all they can hit the ball. They led all of major league baseball in batting average, on base percentage and slugging percentage. They also led in doubles, runs batted in and home runs.