Texas Rangers start September 14 a game back in playoff race

The Texas Rangers begin September 14, 2026, one game behind the Houston Astros in the American League West and two games behind the Cleveland Guardians for the third Wild Card spot. The Rangers have played 150 games and face the Boston Red Sox in a critical series at home. Last year on this date, Texas was also in a tight playoff race, positioning them similarly as the season nears its conclusion. Fangraphs gives the Rangers a 30.3% chance of making the playoffs, reflecting their current standing within a competitive division.

• 3:00 PMYahoo Sports — 365 days ago, the Rangers were in the same place