The Astros Magic Number Update has been temporarily replaced by the Astros Choke Watch.  Astros are now 2.5 games behind the hated Texas Rangers after getting swept in a 4 game series in Arlington.   A combination of 18 Ranger wins and Astros losses will now eliminate the Astros from winning the AL West.  Winning a Wildcard Playoff spot looks increasingly meaningless since it would likely mean a one game playoff in New York and Red can predict how that will come out.