White Sox set lineup for Game 1 of Wild Card series against Houston Astros

White Sox set lineup for Game 1 of Wild Card series against Houston Astros

It's a lefty-heavy attack against an Astros bullpen that is light on left-handed options outside of closer Josh Hader. After a prolonged late-season slump, Colson Montgomery is batting ninth.

First Pitch: White Sox at Astros, ALWC Game 1

The White Sox are rolling out their typical names against a right-handed pitcher, but in an atypical order, with the most notable change being Colson Montgomery batting ninth. Given that he finished the regular season a true 0-for-24 and hit just .099/.216/.210 with 42 strikeouts over 93 plate appearances in September, he’s not being picky.…

Chicago White Sox make Colson Montgomery move for Game 1 vs. Astros

Shortstop Colson Montgomery’s 31 home runs are the third-most on the Chicago White Sox. But he also set a new MLB single season record with 227 strikeouts. Of course, the White Sox want Montgomery to be more consistent at the plate. Especially in the playoffs, Chicago can’t afford an untimely strikeout. But at the same [...]