Astros Edge White Sox 2-0 Behind Wesneski's Seven Scoreless Innings

Astros Secure 2-0 Win

The Houston Astros defeated the Chicago White Sox 2-0 on Thursday, September 3, 2026, at Daikin Park in Houston. The final score reflected a tight contest where the home team’s offense found its way late in the game. Attendance at the venue reached 24,025 fans. After the game, the Astros improved their record to 71-69, while the White Sox fell to 73-66. No other scoring occurred during the nine-inning regulation play.

Late-Inning Breakthrough

The game remained scoreless through seven innings, with both pitching staffs limiting damage for most of the contest. The decisive moment arrived in the bottom of the eighth inning. Nelson Velázquez singled to center field, driving in two runs. Jose Altuve and Luis Paredes scored on the hit, while Jordan Varsho advanced to second base. This single play provided the only runs of the game, giving Houston a 2-0 lead that they held until the final out. There were zero home runs recorded in the game, as verified by the official scoring plays.

Pitching Performance

For the White Sox, Davis Martin started the game and pitched 5.2 innings, allowing five hits and one walk while striking out three batters. He did not allow earned runs during his time on the mound. Sean Newcomb followed, pitching 2.0 innings, allowing two hits, two earned runs, and one walk while striking out two batters. Tyler Davis finished the game, pitching 0.1 innings, allowing one walk and no hits or earned runs. Newcomb took the loss, dropping his record to 2-4.

For the Astros, Hayden Wesneski started and pitched 7.0 innings, allowing one hit and two walks while striking out five batters. He did not allow any earned runs. AJ Blubaugh pitched 1.0 inning, allowing two hits and one walk without earning a run, and recorded the win, improving his record to 5-2.

Josh Hader closed the game, pitching 1.0 inning with one strikeout and no hits, walks, or earned runs, earning his 22nd save of the season.

Sources

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