White Sox sweep past Astros to reach ALDS
The White Sox — who got a letter of support from lifelong fan Pope Leo XIV before the series — fended off a spirited comeback from the Astros
The Houston Astros are set to face the Chicago White Sox in Game 2 of the American League wild-card series, with the hope of ending an eight-game playoff losing streak. The first pitch is scheduled for 4:10 p.m., with Hunter Brown starting for the Astros against Sean Burke of the White Sox.
Yordan Alvarez, normally playing in left field, is still awaiting his position for the upcoming series. Astros manager Joe Espada has not yet announced the lineup, though he mentioned his team is listening to the boos from the home crowd and plans to move on. White Sox manager Will Venable said he has no idea who would start in a potential Game 3, and the focus remains on winning Game 2.
The White Sox are relaxed and enjoying their 1-0 series lead, even venturing onto the concourse and into left field to get a closer look at the Daikin Park train. Hunter Brown and Yainer Diaz have a strong connection, with Diaz describing their relationship as one based on trust and good communication. The Astros have not yet announced their starting lineup, but they plan to move Chase Meidroth up one spot in the order.
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