Tampa Bay hosts Houston to open the set on Saturday. It opens a three-game series. The teams play again Sunday and Monday with much at stake. Both clubs remain in contention for playoff spots at this point. This series carries weight for both AL races with the standings tight. MVP hopefuls are on the rosters on both teams.
Houston's Yordan Alvarez sits out for the second straight game. The Astros have to adjust while he is out. The Astros released a lineup for the crucial middle game. Seymour looks to bounce back against Houston. ESPN has odds posted for the Sept. 12 contest. First pitch comes at Saturday afternoon.