The Chicago White Sox defeated the Houston Astros 6‑3 in Game 1 of the American League Wild Card Series, earning the club its first postseason victory since the 2021 season.
The win gave Chicago a 1‑0 lead in the best‑of‑three series, putting the White Sox in a position to clinch the series with just one more triumph.
It also ended a five‑year stretch without a playoff win for the White Sox, who last advanced in the 2021 postseason.
The American League Wild Card Series serves as the opening round of the MLB playoffs, with the two teams playing up to three games to determine who moves on to the Division Series.
With the series now in Chicago’s favor, the Astros will need to respond in the upcoming games to stay alive, while the White Sox look to build on their momentum and secure a spot in the next round.
<small>Source: ESPN — read the original story there.</small>