The Houston Astros received some heartbreaking playoff news during Saturday's matchup against the Los Angeles Angels.
Houston was in the playoff mix within the American League bracket. They were competing with the likes of the Cleveland Guardians and Detroit Tigers for the remaining spots.
However, their chances came to an end after the Guardians beat the Texas Rangers 3-2 in their matchup. As a result, it ended Houston's 10-year streak of taking part in the playoffs, per MLB insider Bob Nightengale.
“The Houston Astros, for the first time in 10 years, are staying home in October,” Nightengale wrote.
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It's brutal news for the Astros to get about their playoff chances, even after beating the Angels 6-1 in Game 2