The Astros And White Sox Are The Playoff Matchup This Moment Deserves
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Key Points:
- The Houston Astros, despite finishing with an 81-81 record, have secured a postseason spot, making them the worst team ever to make baseball's playoffs by record.
- The Astros continue to carry the stigma from their 2017 sign-stealing scandal, with lingering resentment from fans and critics, even though the roster and front office have largely changed since then.
- Their playoff opponent, the Chicago White Sox, finished with an 84-78 record and have their own recent struggles, including losing the AL Central lead late in the season.
- This matchup highlights the flaws of MLB's playoff format, allowing mediocre teams to advance, but it still holds the potential for engaging competition despite low expectations.
- Fans can choose to watch the games or avoid them, as they are scheduled in less prominent time slots, with alternative entertainment like true crime reruns available.
