Frequently Asked Questions
Who do the White Sox play in the AL Wild Card?
The White Sox will play the Houston Astros in the AL Wild Card series, with Game 1 on the road on Tuesday. The Astros won the AL West tiebreaker over the Texas Rangers, making them Chicago's opponent.
How did the White Sox do against the Astros during the 2024 regular season?
The Astros took the season series five games to two against the White Sox across seven matchups. Despite winning five games, Houston's run differential was only +3 for the series.
Why didn't the White Sox get a bye in the AL playoffs?
The White Sox were eliminated from winning the AL Central after losing to the Colorado Rockies while the Cleveland Guardians won their game. Winning the division would have earned them a bye and extra rest for their pitchers.
Which White Sox pitchers performed well against the Astros this season?
Sean Burke was outstanding in two starts against Houston, including a masterful 5 and 2/3rds scoreless innings outing in the August-September series. Davis Martin also had one strong start against them, though he had a rough collapse in another outing.
What is the biggest disadvantage for the White Sox going into the Wild Card series?
The biggest disadvantage for the White Sox is the Astros' extensive playoff experience, as Houston has many players with multiple World Series appearances. The White Sox have just a few players who have even appeared in a postseason game.
Craig Rowland
Craig is a former college baseball player and currently a practicing attorney. He is a lifelong White Sox fan and has been covering the team for Sports Mockery since 2022. Prior to Sports Mockery, Craig started the White Sox podcast "A Seat At The Table" while completing his undergraduate degree at the University of Illinois.
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