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Astros gain advantage with final weekend games in Sacramento
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Astros gain advantage with final weekend games in Sacramento

The Houston Astros begin a crucial series against the Athletics in Sacramento on Thursday, a scheduling benefit as they close the regular MLB season. The Astros won the previous game 7-5 against the Athletics on 25 September, continuing their push in the American League West division.

Houston currently competes in the AL West and has a mixed recent form, with two wins and three losses in their last five games. Their latest victory came against the Athletics, while they suffered defeats against the Atlanta Braves and Seattle Mariners earlier in the sequence.

The Athletics, based in West Sacramento, have also experienced fluctuating results, winning two of their last five games, including back-to-back wins over the Los Angeles Angels. However, they lost their most recent match to the Astros and have struggled against teams like the Cleveland Guardians.

Both teams are vying for positioning in the AL West as the regular season nears its conclusion. The Astros' final games in Sacramento offer them a home-field advantage of sorts, potentially influencing their standing in the division.

Following this series, the Astros will look to build on their momentum to secure a playoff spot, while the Athletics aim to improve their record and challenge their divisional rivals in the closing days of the season.

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