AL West division features teams struggling with negative run differentials

Entering August 28, the American League West division is marked by underperformance, with all five teams sitting at.500 or worse. The Houston Astros lead the division with a record of 67-67, but they hold only a one-game lead over the Texas Rangers. All three teams—Astros, Rangers, and Seattle Mariners—have a combined run differential of -148. The season has seen significant turnover in management, with multiple teams firing their general managers. Despite the Astros' struggles, Yordan Álvarez is having a standout season. The AL West teams may be poised for a historic low in terms of overall competitiveness as the season wraps up.

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