Here are MLB magic numbers, remaining schedules and tiebreakers for contenders through Friday, Sept. 26, along with playoff matchups if Wild Card Series began Saturday, Sept. 27.

With the season on the line, Astros left-hander Framber Valdez delivered in the clutch Thursday afternoon, with some help from an offense that finally started showing signs of urgency. Valdez, who had won one game in his previous 10 starts,

The Houston Astros have had one of the most disappointing September collapses in the MLB, and there’s a lot of people to blame. However, one stands out more than the rest. According to Fansided's Zachary Rotman, Astros ace Framber Valdez is the biggest reason for Houston’s collapse.

The Houston Astros are fighting for their playoff lives, but there are some key players who could determine just how far they can go.

The Guardians entered their series opener Sept. 26 against the Texas Rangers on the doorstep of the MLB playoffs. After losing to the Rangers 7-3 at Progressive Field, the Guardians still need to earn the right to open the door.

While the Seattle Mariners have already clinched the AL West, and the New York Yankees and Toronto Blue Jays have locked in playoff spots, the rest of the field remains fairly up in the air. As the Cleveland Guardians vie for the AL Central, two spots are available among them, the Boston Red Sox, Detroit Tigers and Houston Astros.

The New York Yankees got off to a good start early against the Baltimore Orioles, and Giancarlo Stanton made MLB history in the process.

The Houston Astros are no longer in control of their own destiny when it comes to playing in the postseason. With the AL West already secured by the Seattle Mar