Astros, Rangers potential playoff spots come with losing records
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 23, 2026, 2:46 PM
Last updated Sep 23, 2026
As MLB playoffs approach, the Houston Astros and Texas Rangers compete for the AL West title. Both teams currently possess losing records but could clinch a playoff berth. Historically, no team has made the playoffs with a losing record, while the Astros and Rangers are battling in a weaker American League this year. The outcome of their rivalry will determine which team secures the division despite the poor performance. They face a historic challenge, as only the 2005 Padres made the playoffs with a winning percentage below.500.
- •Astros and Rangers vie for playoff position in AL West.
- •Both teams currently have losing records in 2026.
- •No MLB team has made playoffs with a losing record.
- •AL West winner will secure a spot despite poor records.
- •Only one team, the 2005 Padres, made playoffs under similar circumstances.
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"Here's the history that the Astros and Rangers are facing this week.
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