2014 NLCS Loss to San Francisco Giants
- Astros_2014_Record
- 79-83
- Giants_NLCS_Opponent
- Los Angeles Dodgers
- Giants_Series_Result
- Won NLCS 4-3
- Astros_Division_Finish
- 5th in NL Central
- World_Series_Champion_2014
- Kansas City Royals
Lore & Background
While the Astros and Giants faced each other during the regular season at Minute Maid Park, they never met in a postseason series during this specific year. Confusion sometimes arises due to the high profile of both franchises and their eventual World Series successes later in the decade.
In Their Own Story
The lights dimmed at Minute Maid Park in September, not for a playoff clincher, but for the final home game of a disappointing season. Fans watched from the stands as the scoreboard ticked over on a regular-season loss, knowing the dream of October baseball had already faded weeks prior. Across town, the Giants were preparing for their own destiny, unaware that Houston would spend years refining the roster needed to finally challenge for glory.
Reader's Guide
Their season concluded with a 79-83 record, placing them fifth in the NL Central division. The San Francisco Giants advanced through the NLDS against the St. Louis Cardinals before defeating the Los Angeles Dodgers in a seven-game NLCS series. Significance of this record lies in understanding the Astros' timeline. After moving to the NL West (later Central) in 2013, the team spent several years developing young talent like Jose Altuve and Carlos Correa. The first true playoff push for Houston as an NL franchise came later, culminating in their division titles starting in 2017. Correcting this historical misconception ensures accurate documentation of the club's journey. While rivalries with West Coast teams are prominent now, the specific matchup of Astros vs.
Did You Know?
- The Houston Astros joined the National League in 2013, two years prior to this season.
- Jose Altuve was named the NL Rookie of the Year consideration but played primarily with the Astros during this rebuilding phase.