The Houston Astros are still on top of the AL West and are clinging to the two-game edge they have as the second week of September rolls. Now, on paper, they look solid, right? But if you ask some insiders like ESPN’s Jeff Passan, the division is far from locked up.

There is no doubt that it’s been a grind for Houston this time. They have managed to hold onto their first place despite going through a pool of injuries wrecking their flow. Now, for the first time in months, though, many are healthy. Yordan Alvarez and Jeremey Pena are both back, and Luis Garcia has returned after two years away. But even after that, Houston is just 3-6 in their last nine. This momentum leaves the door wide open, and the Mariners are looking in!

The Seattle Mariners hold the AL final Wild Card spot and are

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