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Astros bullpen falters, face must-win wild card Game 2

Original: Bullpen game struggles put Astros in must-win position for ALWC G2 https://www. mlb.com/news/astros-lose-al-wi ld-card-g

The Houston Astros dropped Game 1 of the American League Wild Card Series after a bullpen game failed, with their relief pitching worn thin from heavy use during the late-season push for a playoff spot. The loss leaves Houston facing elimination in Game 2, where they must win to keep their postseason alive.

Why now: The Astros' postseason hopes are now on the line after losing the opening playoff game.

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• Bullpen game struggles put Astros in must-win position for ALWC G2 https://www. mlb.com/news/astros-lose-al-wi ld-card-game-1-2026 HOUSTON -- The urgency to win in the final days of the regular season forced the Astros to dig deep into their pitching depth, leaving no stone… · MLB@sportsfeed.me · 1

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