The Astros defeated the Royals 4-2 on Sep 15. Pena and Yordan provided the pop. Manager Joe Espada confirmed Carlos Correa won't play again this year because of an ankle injury. Houston remain part of the MLB postseason race. The win keeps them in contention. Recent reports list clinching scenarios and tiebreakers for the team. Those details are suddenly relevant. The Astros have to keep winning games. Their next games will shape the race. They are genuine contenders for a playoff berth. But nothing has been decided. The standings are jam-packed. Every result changes the picture.