The Astros topped the Royals 4-2 on Sep 15. Pena and Yordan supplied the power. Manager Joe Espada said Carlos Correa is out for the season because of an ankle injury. Houston still sit in the playoff conversation. The win leaves them in the hunt. Recent reports list clinching scenarios and tiebreakers for the team. Those details could prove crucial. The Astros must keep stacking wins. Their next games could shift the playoff picture. They have a real shot at a postseason spot. But nothing is locked in. The standings are tight. Every result could matter.