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Reds fans have waited long enough to know what Astros fans already forgot

The Houston Astros fans didn't show up for Game 1 of the AL Wild Card Series against the Chicago White Sox and boo'd their own team. It's a bad look, and it's something Cincinnati Reds fans should be mindful of.

Published: Wednesday, 30 September 2026 at 3:28 PM
Reds fans have waited long enough to know what Astros fans already forgot
Key Things to Know
  • Drew Koch argues that Reds fans should not emulate Astros fans who booed their own team during a playoff loss.
  • More than 7,000 seats were reportedly empty at Daikin Park as the Astros lost 6-3 to the White Sox.
  • Astros reliever Bennett Sousa noted that Houston fans are spoiled following multiple ALCS and World Series runs.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Writer Drew Koch argues that Cincinnati Reds fans should not imitate Houston Astros supporters, criticizing Houston's crowd for low attendance and booing their own players during a 6-3 postseason defeat. Koch contends that the Astros fanbase has grown spoiled after frequent ALCS and World Series appearances, whereas Cincinnati has not hosted a playoff game since 2012.

The Houston Astros dropped Game 1 of the AL Wild Card Series against the Chicago White Sox in front of more than 7,000 empty seats at Daikin Park. Astros reliever Bennett Sousa acknowledged that the home fans may be spoiled by past success, while Koch urged long-suffering Reds fans to remain supportive rather than booing their players when postseason baseball returns.

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