Astros stumble against Athletics, remain tied in AL West race
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 26, 2026, 7:51 AM
Last updated Sep 26, 2026
The Houston Astros lost 6-5 to the Oakland Athletics on September 25, 2026, at Sutter Health Park. Despite holding a 1-0 lead through five innings, a critical error and a six-run rally from the Athletics in the sixth sealed the Astros' fifth loss in their last eight games. The defeat dropped Houston to 79-81, keeping them tied atop the AL West with the Texas Rangers. With two games remaining, a playoff spot hinges on winning both matches against Oakland, coupled with Texas' results. Jose Altuve emphasized the need for focus on the remaining games to secure the division.
- •Astros lose 6-5 to Athletics in crucial September matchup.
- •Houston led 1-0 until a six-run sixth inning by Oakland.
- •Astros hold a 79-81 record, tied for AL West lead.
- •Jose Altuve stresses focus on upcoming games against Athletics.
- •Houston can clinch AL West with two wins and Texas losses.
- 7:51 AMYahoo Sports — Nothing comes easy for these Astros but they still control their fate in AL West despite ugly loss
"Given a chance for some breathing room ahead of Texas Rangers in the AL West, Astros drop a game to the Athletics and must regroup. Again.
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