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Wesneski's Seven Scoreless Innings Power Astros Past White Sox

Hayden Wesneski pitched seven scoreless innings as the Houston Astros defeated the Chicago White Sox 2-0 on Thursday, September 3, 2026, at Daikin Park.

Dana Ferris

September 3, 20262 min read

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September 3, 2026

Astros Edge White Sox Behind Strong Pitching

The Houston Astros secured a 2-0 victory over the Chicago White Sox on Thursday, September 3, 2026, at Daikin Park in Houston, Texas. The game was defined by dominant pitching performances from both sides, with the Astros ultimately prevailing thanks to timely hitting in the late innings.

An attendance of 24,025 fans witnessed the contest, which saw the Astros improve their record to 71-69 while the White Sox fell to 73-66.

Key Performances on the Mound

Houston starter Hayden Wesneski delivered a standout outing, pitching seven complete innings of scoreless baseball. He allowed just one hit and walked two batters while striking out five. The White Sox offense managed only one hit against the right-hander, highlighting the difficulty of the matchup.

Chicago starter Davis Martin also provided a strong effort, lasting five and two-thirds innings. He surrendered five hits and one walk but kept the Astros scoreless, striking out three batters. Martin's efficiency set the stage for a low-scoring affair that lasted deep into the game.

Game Unfolds in Late Innings

The White Sox bullpen took over with Sean Newcomb, who pitched two innings. He allowed two hits and two earned runs, walking one batter while striking out two. Tyler Davis followed with one-third of an inning, issuing a walk without allowing hits or earned runs.

For Houston, AJ Blubaugh entered the game and pitched one inning. He allowed two hits and one walk while striking out none, but he did not allow earned runs. Josh Hader closed the game with one inning of work, retiring the side in order with no hits, no walks, and one strikeout.

The decisive moment came in the eighth inning when Nelson Velázquez singled to center field. This play scored Carlos Correa and Luis Paredes, giving the Astros a 2-0 lead that held through the final out. There were no home runs recorded in the game.

Final Records and Context

The win brings the Houston Astros to a 71-69 record for the season, while the Chicago White Sox sit at 73-66. The performance underscored the importance of bullpen depth and starter endurance in close games. Both teams displayed professional discipline, with the Astros capitalizing on the few opportunities presented by the White Sox pitching staff.

The game concluded without any further scoring, cementing the 2-0 final result.

Sources

https://www.espn.com/mlb/game/_/gameId/401816780

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Dana Ferris

Dana Ferris covers Anna high school and area college sports.

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