Yordan Alvarez leads team meeting as Astros struggle late in season

Yordan Alvarez addressed the Houston Astros in a team meeting following their recent struggles, as they have lost seven of their last nine games. With a record of 77-79, the Astros are now one game behind the Texas Rangers heading into the final week of the regular season. Alvarez emphasized the need for the team to stay calm and focus on winning their remaining six games, all of which will be on the road. The Rangers, holding a 78-78 record, are closing in on clinching the AL West title, with Texas having a magic number of six. The Astros were swept by the Atlanta Braves over the weekend, adding pressure as they face the Seattle Mariners and Oakland Athletics in their final matchups.

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