Astros to Host White Sox in AL Wild Card Series
The Houston Astros, who clinched the AL West with an 81-81 record, will open the American League Wild Card series against the Chicago White Sox, who finished 84-78, on Tuesday.
Houston secured the American League West title with an 81-81 record, the lowest winning percentage for a division champion in MLB history. The Astros will host the Chicago White Sox, the sixth seed from the AL Central, in the opening game of the Wild Card series on Tuesday. Chicago finished the regular season at 84-78, three games ahead of the Astros in the overall standings.
The Astros have undergone significant roster turnover since their 2017 championship, with only second baseman José Altuve remaining from that roster. Chicago’s season featured a strong first half before a decline in the final weeks, culminating in a loss to the Cleveland Guardians that secured the White Sox’s wild-card berth.
Both clubs will compete in the best-of-three series, with the winner advancing to the Division Series. The games are scheduled for an afternoon time slot.
"We’re excited to be back in the postseason and look forward to a competitive series," said an Astros spokesperson.
"Our focus is on playing solid baseball and giving our fans a great experience," a White Sox representative added.