The Astros’ road back to the postseason began in Florida and culminated in California with a champagne celebration after reclaiming the AL West title in the final game of the regular season.
Staff photographer Jason Fochtman was there for many of the season’s defining moments: from spring’s first pitch and the intensity of the regular-season push, to the title celebration and the Wild Card Series. Watch the video, then scroll through Fochtman’s favorite photographs – from peak action to quiet player moments and behind-the-scenes glimpses – for a season seen through his lens.
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This article originally published at Best Astros photos show season’s biggest moments and quiet scenes.
