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Updated 01/10/2026, 01:44:06 UTC

Astros is drawing attention across 1 news outlets right now. The reports below are the current coverage, newest first.

The coverage

White Sox complete sweep of Astros for first playoff series win since 2005

The White Sox finished off the Astros with a 7-3 win Wednesday to secure their first playoff series win since beating Houston in the 2005 World Series.

SportsESPN14m ago

Offseason questions for eliminated teams: What's next for Astros after wild-card sweep

Here's how the winter looks in Houston after Jose Altuve & Co. were swept out of the playoffs by Chicago.

SportsESPN4h ago

Espada tries to defuse tension after Astros' reaction to crowd size, boos

Astros manager Joe Espada spoke to his players, attempting to tamp down the emotions after his team was booed by the home crowd in Game 1.

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