The Houston Astros, meanwhile, overcame a slow start to win the West again.
Tarik Skubal pitched well in two starts against Houston.
Skubal won the pitcher’s Triple Crown and is a favorite to win the Cy Young.
With Skubal winning Game 1, the Tigers scratch out the series in three games.
Both teams struggled down the stretch but did enough to make the playoffs.
The Royals' offense went through a brownout over the season’s final week.
National League
The New York Mets are playing with house money after splitting a doubleheader to make the playoffs.
The San Diego Padres finished the season strong with good pitching and a solid, balanced lineup.
With the Braves stretched thin, it is hard to see them winning the series.
This has been a season of the injuries the Braves go quietly into the offseason.
