The Astros topped the Royals 4-2 on Sep 15. Pena and Yordan did the damage. Manager Joe Espada confirmed Carlos Correa will not return this season 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 matter now. The Astros must keep stacking wins. Their next games will help decide the standings. They are genuine contenders for a playoff berth. But nothing is settled yet. The standings are tight. Every result changes the picture.