White Sox hold off Astros in Game 1 of AL Wild Card Series, 6-3
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 30, 2026, 1:27 AM
Last updated Sep 30, 2026
The Chicago White Sox took a 1-0 lead in the American League Wild Card Series after defeating the Houston Astros 6-3 on September 29, 2026. Key contributions came from Sam Antonacci, who led with two RBIs, and Colson Montgomery, who hit a significant solo home run. Houston's struggles were highlighted by early inning pitching issues, as starter AJ Blubaugh was unable to navigate past the first inning. White Sox pitcher Hagen Smith had a strong outing, contributing to the Astros' anxiety throughout the game. Chicago aims to capitalize on this momentum in Game 2.
- •White Sox lead AL Wild Card series 1-0 after Game 1 win.
- •Colson Montgomery hit a 432-foot home run for Chicago.
- •Astros starter AJ Blubaugh struggled, lasting only one inning.
- •Hagen Smith pitched three scoreless innings for the White Sox.
- •15 combined runners left on base in the game.
- 1:27 AMYahoo Sports — White Sox take down Astros as Grant Taylor delivers, Houston bullpen implodes in wild-card Game 1
- 1:17 AMYahoo Sports — Houston may have a problem as White Sox outlast Astros, 6-3
"The South Siders’ bullpen persevered, as both teams combined for 13 pitchers as Chicago took Game 1 of their Wild Card Series
"Taylor's 7-out save sealed the victory for Chicago and put Houston on the brink of elimination.
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 30, 2026, 1:27 AMWhite Sox take down Astros as Grant Taylor delivers, Houston bullpen implodes in wild-card Game 1
Taylor's 7-out save sealed the victory for Chicago and put Houston on the brink of elimination.
- Yahoo SportsSep 30, 2026, 1:17 AMHouston may have a problem as White Sox outlast Astros, 6-3
The South Siders’ bullpen persevered, as both teams combined for 13 pitchers as Chicago took Game 1 of their Wild Card Series
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