Astros win AL West with 81-81 record, worst for first-place team, beat A's 9-0
The Houston Astros and Texas Rangers are competing for the American League West title. The Astros can secure a playoff spot with a win against the Athletics.
The Houston Astros won their fifth AL West title in six years despite finishing with the worst record for a first-place team.
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