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The Houston Astros have officially ended their playoff streak of eight consecutive appearances after losing to the Los Angeles Angels. Despite a final game victory, the Astros failed to secure a postseason berth as the Cleveland Guardians clinched the last playoff spot. This season marks the first time since 2016 that the Astros will not compete in the postseason, highlighting the impact of offseason player departures and injuries. Players expressed their disappointment but remain hopeful about improvements for the next season as the organization faces key decisions about its future.
Houston – The Houston Astros have officially ended their historic playoff streak of eight consecutive appearances after succumbing to the Los Angeles Angels on September 27, 2025. The game concluded with a score of 6-1 in favor of the Astros, but the damage had already been done as the Cleveland Guardians clinched the final American League playoff spot by defeating the Texas Rangers in a thrilling bottom-of-the-ninth inning finish.
Despite the loss to the Angels, the Astros wrapped up their season with an overall record of 86-75. This season marks the first time since 2016 that the Astros will not compete in the postseason, breaking a remarkable streak that included seven consecutive trips to the AL Championship Series from 2017 to 2023, during which they captured four pennants and secured two World Series titles.
In their final game, players like Jose Altuve and Mauricio Dubon were seen watching from the dugout, embodying the somber reality of their missed postseason opportunity. Following the game, infielder Carlos Correa expressed apologies to fans for the team’s failure to reach the playoffs, emphasizing the need for hard work in the upcoming offseason to rectify the situation.
Houston’s struggles this year were magnified by the offseason departures of key players, including Alex Bregman, who moved to the Boston Red Sox, and Kyle Tucker, who joined the Chicago Cubs. Additionally, star slugger Yordan Alvarez battled numerous injuries throughout the season, further impacting the team’s overall performance. Late-season injuries to pivotal players such as closer Josh Hader and shortstop Jeremy Peña also contributed to the Astros’ downfall.
The Astros started the season strong but experienced a dramatic second-half collapse. A key moment was their sweep by the Seattle Mariners in a critical three-game series, which highlighted the team’s struggles and losses. Manager Joe Espada reflected on the disappointment of not qualifying for the postseason while praising the efforts of his players despite the challenges they faced.
Players expressed their disappointment but remained determined to improve and contend next season. Many believe that with the right adjustments, the current roster still has the potential to compete for a World Series title again.
As the offseason approaches, the organization may face crucial decisions regarding general manager Dana Brown and manager Joe Espada as they evaluate the team’s future direction after this disappointing season. Meanwhile, several former Astros players, including Bregman and Tucker, will participate in the 2025 playoffs with their respective new teams.
Attendance at Astros games saw a noticeable decline throughout the season, which reflects a shift in fan engagement amid significant offseason changes and the team’s performance struggles.
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