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Astros players call out fans for booing during Game 1 loss to White Sox: 'Extremely frustrating'
foxnews.com • • general
Key Points:
- The Houston Astros faced boos from their home crowd during Game 1 of the AL Wild Card Series against the Chicago White Sox, which they lost 6-3 at Daikin Park in Houston.
- Attendance was notably low, with 34,011 fans in a stadium that holds 40,963, possibly due to the early 4:10 p.m. weekday start time affecting turnout.
- Astros players expressed frustration over the negative fan reaction, emphasizing their hard work throughout the season and the need for home support during the playoffs.
- Despite an 81-81 record, the Astros won the AL West and made their ninth playoff appearance in 10 years, having reached the World Series four times in that span.
- Game 2 will also start at 4 p.m. local time, with Hunter Brown pitching for the Astros against White Sox starter Sean Burke.
