Houston Astros take control early, cruise to easy victory to take 4-game series vs. White Sox
Houston continued its recent resurgence, taking three of four against a fellow division leader thanks to fast offensive start and Hunter Brown's quality start.
The Houston Astros secured a 6-2 victory over the Chicago White Sox, marking their first series win at Daikin Park in over a month. Hunter Brown delivered another quality start, pitching six innings for the Astros. The White Sox's starting pitcher, Luis Castillo, struggled, allowing six runs and six hits over four innings before being replaced.
The Astros' offense scored six runs by the third inning, providing a cushion for Brown. Castillo had a 6.45 ERA in his first five outings with Chicago, but struggled at Daikin Park, posting a 2.89 ERA over three starts there. Despite his struggles, Castillo managed to strike out his first two batters and score the first run of the game.
The Astros' defense also played a significant role in the win, as three relievers combined to retire nine of 10 batters faced. This victory extended the Astros' lead in the AL West to 2½ games, putting them ahead of the Chicago White Sox in the season series 5-2.
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