The Astros haven’t quite felt right this year. They still have lots of good players and occupied the best record in the American League for a hot minute, but they just aren’t the beast they used to be ...

Baseball's top team is still rolling -- though might be slowing down -- while one NL contender continues its fall down our list in Week 21.

Armed with a super-bullpen and a lineup full of stars, the San Diego Padres are particularly well-suited to thrive in a playoff series.