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Astros host Braves as postseason race tightens ahead of final series

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 18, 2026, 11:30 PM

Last updated Sep 18, 2026

Astros host Braves as postseason race tightens ahead of final series

Summary

The Houston Astros are set to face the Atlanta Braves tonight in their final home series of the regular season. Right-handed pitcher Peter Lambert will start for the Astros against Tyler Mahle of the Braves. With only nine games left, the Astros sit in first place, just one game ahead of the Texas Rangers in the AL West. Both the Astros and the Braves are in contention for postseason spots, with the Astros having recently won a series against the Royals, highlighted by a team-high five home runs in their last game. This matchup also features a celebration of Hispanic Heritage Weekend at the ballpark.

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By the Numbers

•Astros lead AL West, only one game ahead of Texas.
•Peter Lambert starts for Houston against Braves' Tyler Mahle.
•Astros hit five home runs in their last game against the Royals.
•Celebration of Hispanic Heritage Weekend at the ballpark.
•Astros and Braves are longtime rivals, with a notable playoff history.

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11:30 PMYahoo Sports — Astros vs. Braves Game Discussion: 9/18/2026

What they're saying

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TONIGHT’S GAME: With just nine games remaining on their schedule, the first-place Houston Astros will welcome in the Atlanta Braves for their final home series of the 2026 regular season. RHP Peter Lambert (8-9, 3.71 ERA) will make his penultimate start of the season for the Astros tonight opposite RHP Tyler Mahle (6-10, 3.91 ERA) […]
— Yahoo Sports

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