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- 1Astros clinch AL West for eighth title in 10 seasons▼Astros clinch AL West, their eighth title in 10 seasons https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7637371/2026/09/27/astros-clinc
The Houston Astros have won the American League West, securing the division title for the eighth time in the past ten seasons. The clinch sends Houston back to the MLB postseason, reinforcing their status as one of baseball's most consistent franchises of the past decade. Coverage is highlighting the franchise's sustained run of division crowns as attention turns to the playoff picture.
- 2Astros clinch AL West title after 20-31 start●After 20-31 start, Astros back in postseason as AL West champs
The Houston Astros have won the American League West and returned to the postseason despite opening the season at 20-31. The comeback from a losing record makes them one of the notable turnaround stories of the MLB season, and fans and analysts are discussing how the club recovered to claim the division crown.
- 3MLB regular season comes down to final day drama●Game 162: What's at stake on final day of MLB regular season? AL West, National League wild card up for grabs
The MLB regular season reaches its final day with division titles and playoff spots still undecided. The American League West crown and a National League wild card berth remain up for grabs, with several teams' postseason fates hinging on Game 162 results.
- 4Astros control their destiny in AL West finale●Astros control destiny in Game 162 as they battle for AL West crown
The Houston Astros head into Game 162 with their fate in their own hands in the race for the American League West title. A win in the regular-season finale would clinch the division crown, while a loss leaves their playoff seeding dependent on other results. Baseball fans are following the final-day drama closely as the pennant race comes down to the last game.