HOUSTON — For the Houston Astros and their fans, it’s rinse and repeat.
The American League Division Series gets underway this afternoon at Minute Maid Park. It's the sixth straight postseason appearance for the Astros.
How to watch ALDS
TBS is carrying the entire ALDS series with Games 1 and 2 starting at 2:37 p.m. Game 3 is at 3:07 p.m. and Game 4 (if necessary) starts at 2:07 p.m.
Astros are home for Games 1, 2 and, if necessary, Game 5.
Game 1 ALDS lineups
Cy Young favorite Justin Verlander will take the mound for the Astros against Logan Gilbert.
Houston Astros
1. Jose Altuve, 2B
2. Jeremy Peña, SS
3. Yordan Alvarez, LF
4. Alex Bregman, 3B
5. Kyle Tucker, RF
6. Yuli Gurriel, 1B
7. Trey Mancini, DH
8. Chas McCormick, CF
9. Martín Maldonado, C
Seattle Mariners
1. Julio Rodríguez , CF
2. Ty France, 1B
3. Eugenio Suárez, 3B
4. Cal Raleigh, C
5. Mitch Haniger, RF
6. Carlos Santana, DH
7. Adam Frazier, 2B
8. Jarred Kelenic, LF
9. J.P. Crawford, SS
Astros ALDS roster
The roster includes seven players making their first postseason appearance, according to the Astros: Relievers Hunter Brown, Rafael Montero and Héctor Neris; infielder Mauricio Dubón, David Hensley and Jeremy Peña; and infielder/outfielder Trey Mancini.
Relievers Will Smith and Phil Maton didn't make the roster. Maton admitted he got hurt when he punched his locker after a disappointing outing against the Phillies last week. He had surgery on a broken finger Monday.
Game 2 and 3 starting pitchers named
Dusty Baker said Framber Valdez will start Game 2 and Lance McCullers gets the ball in Game 3.
Astros vs. Mariners in regular season
The Astros and Mariners have played each other 19 times during this season and Houston has won 12 of the games. The Astros went 106-56 to win the AL West with the Mariners a distant second at 90-72.
Street Fest
The first pitches of Game 1 and Game 2 against the division-rival Mariners are at 2:37 p.m., but you don’t have to wait until then to get pumped for the game. The Astros’ Street Fest kicks off at 11:30 a.m. and your game ticket gets you in.
Once inside Street Fest, you’ll find live music, food trucks, yard games and plenty of chances for that perfect social media picture.
Fans are being encouraged to wear orange for both games at Minute Maid Park. The roof will be closed for both games.
Game 1
Giveaway
All fans will get a rally towel on Tuesday.
National Anthem
The Apollo Chamber Players will perform the National Anthem for Game 1. The colors will be presented by the Joint Forces Color Guard.
First pitch
Astros Hall of Famer Jose Cruz will throw out the ceremonial first pitch.
"Play ball"
The Astros' AT&T SportsNet broadcast team of play-by-play reporter Todd Kalas and color analyst Geoff Blum will provide the "play ball" call.
Game 2
Giveaway
All fans will get a rally towel on Thursday.
National Anthem
Kaylise Irizarry will sing the National Anthem. The colors will be presented by the Houston Police Color Guard.
First pitch
Class of 2022 inductee into the Astros Hall of Fame, Terry Puhl, will throw out the ceremonial first pitch.
"Play ball"
Geto Boys – Scarface and Willie D - will make the "play ball" call.
New grub
Once inside the ballpark, which also opens at 11:30 a.m. for fans, you can get a taste – literally – of the postseason. How do some of these ballpark delicacies sound? The Astros say they’re new dishes for the 2022 postseason.
- Fried Pickle Machos
- Loaded Mac & Chaz
- Bomb Mi Pork Belly Sandwich
- Chicharron Nachos
- Level Up Burger
- Battered Up Brisket
- Pumpkin Cold Brew Float
How to get tickets
Standing-room-only tickets are available for both games. Fans can purchase tickets online here. Due to limited game tickets, fans are being told they can guarantee access to 2022 postseason tickets by purchasing 2023 season tickets.