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White Sox take Game 1 of AL Wild Card Series against Astros, 6-3

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Last updated Sep 30, 2026

White Sox take Game 1 of AL Wild Card Series against Astros, 6-3

Summary

The Chicago White Sox won Game 1 of the AL Wild Card series against the Houston Astros, 6-3, at Daikin Field in Houston on Tuesday. Sam Antonacci highlighted the pitching staff's performance, crediting them for setting the tone of the game. Antonacci contributed with two RBIs, including a two-run single in the second inning. Rookie starter Hagen Smith pitched three scoreless innings, supported by a strong bullpen that included Grant Taylor, who struck out five in 2.1 innings. Game 2 is scheduled for Wednesday, and the White Sox have not yet announced their starting pitcher.

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By the Numbers

•White Sox lead series 1-0 after Game 1 win.
•Antonacci records two RBIs with a key hit in second inning.
•Hagen Smith pitches three scoreless innings.
•Grant Taylor strikes out five in relief.
•Game 2 is set for Wednesday at 4:00 pm CST.

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2:17 AMYahoo Sports — White Sox news: Sam Antonacci makes sure to shout out key reason Chicago is up 1-0 vs. Astros

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The Chicago White Sox faced the Houston Astros in Game 1 of the AL Wild Card series on Tuesday. They won 6-3 in the first game of the best-of-three at Daikin Field in Houston. After the game, left fielder Sam Antonacci credited the pitching staff for setting the tone, per Rbooke Fletcher of White Sox on CHSN. “Credit to the pitching staff,” […] The post White Sox news: Sam Antonacci makes sure to shout out key reason Chicago is up 1-0 vs. Astros appeared first on ClutchPoints.
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