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Pitching struggles lead to Astros' 6-3 loss to White Sox in ALWC Game 1

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 30, 2026, 1:49 AM

Last updated Sep 30, 2026

Pitching struggles lead to Astros' 6-3 loss to White Sox in ALWC Game 1

Summary

The Houston Astros faced a significant setback in the American League Wild Card Game 1 against the Chicago White Sox, losing 6-3 on September 30, 2026. Houston's pitching was a primary concern, utilizing eight pitchers throughout the game, while Chicago capitalized early with key performances, including a two-run single by Sam Antonacci and a solo home run from Colton Montgomery. Houston managed to score only in the later innings, with a homer from Nelson Velazquez and an error aiding their attempts to come back. With this loss, the Astros find themselves on the brink of elimination in the series.

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By the Numbers

•Astros used eight pitchers in Game 1 against the White Sox.
•Colton Montgomery hit a solo home run for Chicago in the fourth inning.
•Sam Antonacci had a two-run single, contributing to Chicago's early lead.
•Houston scored in the fifth and eighth innings but couldn't complete the comeback.
•The Astros are now one loss away from elimination in the series.

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1:49 AMYahoo Sports — Pitching Fails Astros in 6-3 Loss to White Sox in ALWC Game 1

What they're saying

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Just like that, the Astros are on the brink of elimination. White Sox 6. Astros 3. What unfolded over the course of a late afternoon affair was a glaring contrast between the clubs going well beyond the final box score. Chicago’s core nucleus of young talent might be eventually as good as what Houston had […]
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