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Astros plan bullpen game for Game 1 against White Sox

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 28, 2026, 10:06 PM

Last updated Sep 28, 2026

Astros plan bullpen game for Game 1 against White Sox

Summary

The Houston Astros are set to face the Chicago White Sox in Game 1 of the American League Wild Card series on Tuesday at 5 PM ET. Manager Joe Espada announced that the team will utilize a bullpen game for the contest, without naming a starter. Hunter Brown, the team's ace, pitched recently and could return for Game 3 if necessary. Other pitchers, including AJ Blubaugh, are also in consideration for multiple innings during Game 1. The Astros finished the regular season at 81-81, securing the AL West title in a closely contested final day.

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By the Numbers

•Game 1 scheduled for Tuesday at 5 PM ET.
•Astros clinched playoffs with an 81-81 record.
•Joe Espada plans a bullpen strategy without naming a starter.
•Hunter Brown pitched recently and may start Game 3.
•AJ Blubaugh is among those expected to pitch multiple innings.

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10:06 PMYahoo Sports — Astros news: Joe Espada reveals bullpen pitching plan for Game 1 vs. White Sox

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The Houston Astros are preparing for their American League Wild Card series against the Chicago White Sox. The Astros clinched the playoffs on the final day of the regular season , finishing the year at 81-81, but winning the AL West. As the Astros prepare for Game 1 of the series, manager Joe Espada is giving a look into the pitching plan, per […] The post Astros news: Joe Espada reveals bullpen pitching plan for Game 1 vs. White Sox appeared first on ClutchPoints.
— Yahoo Sports

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