Astros Favored Over White Sox in AL Wild Card

The Astros, who won the AL West with an 81-81 record despite a negative run differential, are favored over the White Sox who had at least 100 losses in each of the last three seasons. Houston won five of seven regular-season matchups against Chicago this year.

This represents a remarkable turnaround for the White Sox, who last made the playoffs in 2021 and last won a playoff series in 2005. The Astros, meanwhile, are seeking their third World Series title since 2017. goldparty.lat