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Chicago White Sox stun Houston Astros to take 1-0 lead in American League Wild Card Series
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Ian Miller
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The Chicago White Sox secured a 1-0 lead in the American League Wild Card Series by defeating the Houston Astros. The Astros entered the playoffs with the lowest win-loss record in the league.
Why it matters
This result marks a significant upset in the 2026 MLB postseason, impacting the trajectory of the championship series.
The Houston Astros entered the 2026 Major League Baseball playoffs as the worst team, by win-loss record, to ever reach the postseason.
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