Houston Astros fall to Atlanta Braves, continue slide in playoff race
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 20, 2026, 10:04 PM
Last updated Sep 20, 2026
The Houston Astros were swept by the Atlanta Braves, losing 4-2 on Sunday, September 20, 2026. After leading by a run, the Astros allowed a four-run rally by the Braves, compounding their struggles at the plate. Houston has now lost 10 of their last 14 games, slipping to 77-79, and trailing the Texas Rangers in the AL West and Chicago White Sox in the wild card standings. With six regular-season games remaining, the Astros must improve their performance to keep postseason hopes alive.
- •Astros scored only two runs despite eight hits
- •Houston loaded the bases early but failed to capitalize
- •Hunter Brown pitched five scoreless innings, striking out 10
- •Astros are now 1½ games behind the Rangers in the AL West
- •The upcoming series against Seattle is critical for postseason push
- 10:04 PMYahoo Sports — Houston Astros swept at home by Atlanta Braves in another blow to postseason chances
"The Astros have lost 10 of their last 14 and are trailing the Texas Rangers in the AL West and Chicago White Sox in wild card.
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