The Houston Astros, Minute Maid Park, handed the Chicago White Sox a 6–1 defeat in the opener of the ALDS on Oct. 7. The Astros were led by excellent pitching by Lance McCullers Jr., solid defense, and hot bats.
Starting Astros ace Lance McCullers was solid through 6 2/3 innings. He conceded just four singles while striking out four batters. Possibly the most important stat was that he did not give up any walks.
