Houston Astros and Chicago White Sox split recent series

The Houston Astros and Chicago White Sox have split their recent four-game series. The White Sox took the second game with a 5-1 victory, led by Colson Montgomery’s two RBIs and Sean Burke’s five and two-thirds scoreless innings.

In the following game, the Astros secured a 2-0 win. Nelson Velázquez provided the decisive offense with a two-run single in the eighth inning. Hayden Wesneski pitched seven shutout innings, allowing only one hit, while Josh Hader earned his 22nd save.

The series carries significant implications for American League playoff seeding. The Astros currently hold a slim one-game lead in the AL West, while the White Sox lead the AL Central.