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Rangers Play for Playoff Spot in Final Game
28 Sep
Summary
- Rangers could win AL West and make postseason.
- Team needs to win and hope for Astros loss.
- First division champion with a below .500 record possible.
The Texas Rangers are set to play a crucial game on Sunday, the final day of the regular season, with a chance to secure the American League West title and make the postseason. This remarkable situation arises despite the team's current record being below .500.
As of Saturday evening, the Rangers (80-81) need to win their game against the Minnesota Twins and hope the Oakland Athletics defeat the Houston Astros. If Houston and Texas finish tied, the Astros advance due to a better head-to-head record.
Regardless of the outcome, this season has already set a precedent, as it's possible for an MLB division champion to have a .500 or worse record. The winner will host the Chicago White Sox in a Wild Card Series starting Tuesday.
