HOUSTON (KIAH) — The Houston Astros not only got a sweep of the Texas Rangers but got back into first place in the American League Western Division.

The Astros beat the Rangers 5-2 on Wednesday night to move a ½ game ahead of Seattle for first place in the AL West. The win also means Houston wins the Silver Boot, the trophy awarded to the season winner in the series between the Astros and Rangers. • Houston Astros' Jose Altuve swings on his two run home run against the Texas Rangers during the third inning of a baseball game Wednesday, Sept. 17, 2025, in Houston. (AP Photo/Michael Wyke) • Houston Astros shortstop Jeremy Pena (3) misses the catch as Texas Rangers' Wyatt Langford, right, safely steals second base during the first inning of a baseball game Wednesday, Sept. 17, 2025, in H

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