‘We don’t need boos’: Astros players frustrated as own fans turn on them in playoffs
Summary
The Houston Astros lost their first game in the AL wildcard series against the Chicago White Sox, 6-3, with fewer fans attending than usual at Daikin Park. Some Astros players were upset because fans booed them during the game, despite the team’s effort to reach the playoffs after a challenging season.Key Facts
- The Astros lost the opening playoff game 6-3 to the Chicago White Sox.
- Attendance was 34,011 in a stadium that holds 40,963 seats, with many seats empty especially in the upper deck.
- Fans booed the Astros early in the game, which frustrated players like first baseman Christian Walker and reliever Bennett Sousa.
- The Astros made the playoffs despite having a .500 or worse record, a rare occurrence in a full season.
- The team has reached the playoffs nine times in the last 10 years, with two World Series wins in 2017 and 2022.
- The Astros faced an injury-plagued season but still advanced to the postseason.
- Major League Baseball has seen lower attendance at some afternoon playoff games in recent years.
- The Astros averaged 30,519 fans per game during the regular season, ranking 14th in Major League Baseball.
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