White Sox must RELY on key players to survive Houston Astros playoff test

The Chicago White Sox face must-win moments as they prepare to battle the Houston Astros, putting all eyes on Sean Burke’s pitching dominance and Miguel Vargas’ power at the plate. Can Burke’s stellar 1.54 ERA against Houston hold under playoff pressure, and will Vargas ignite the offense when it matters most? Host Todd Welter highlights who the Sox must count on—from early-inning strategies using openers Hagen Smith or Sean Newcomb, to clutch hitters like Sam Antonacci, Kyle Teel, and red-hot midseason pickup Randal Grichuk.