The Astros have had a mini-dynasty lately. They have reached the American League Championship Series in each of the last seven years, winning four pennants and two championships. Notwithstanding their sign-stealing scandal, they have been a franchise to emulate with a record of success any other organization would aspire to.
But is it coming to an end? The Astros fired GM James Click after their championship in 2022, and their recent moves seem uncharacteristic for the organization - paying top dollar for players like relievers like Josh Hader and over-the-hill hitters like Jose Abreu. The Astros come into this series with a .