Astros prepare for Mariners series after news about Yainer Diaz
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 22, 2026, 1:16 AM
Last updated Sep 22, 2026

The Houston Astros are in a competitive race in the AL West, currently holding a record of 77-79 and trailing the Texas Rangers by one game. Following a sweep by the Atlanta Braves, the Astros are set to face the Seattle Mariners in a two-game series before finishing the regular season against the Athletics. Additionally, the Astros announced a celebratory message for Yainer Diaz, who turned 28 on September 21. Diaz has been a solid performer for the Astros, boasting a.279 batting average over his five-year career with the team, including strong numbers in the current season.
- •Astros enter Mariners series one game behind the Rangers in AL West.
- •Houston was swept by Atlanta Braves in their last series.
- •Yainer Diaz celebrates his 28th birthday on September 21.
- •Diaz has a career.279 batting average with 72 home runs.
- •Astros finish the season with four road games against the Athletics.
- 1:16 AMYahoo Sports — Houston Astros Announce Personal Yainer Diaz News Before Mariners Series
"The Houston Astros are in a dogfight race in the AL West. After being swept by the Atlanta Braves over the weekend, the Astros are now 77-79, and one game behind the Texas Rangers in the AL West. To round out the season, the Stros have a two-game set with the Seattle Mariners, and then […] The post Houston Astros Announce Personal Yainer Diaz News Before Mariners Series appeared first on HEAVY.
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