Cease didn't factor into the decision Sunday in the White Sox's 12-6 win over Astros in Game 3 of the ALDS after giving up three runs on two hits and three walks while striking out two in 1.2 innings.

EDGE Analysis

With the White Sox facing a 2-0 series deficit entering Sunday, manager Tony La Russa didn't take long to turn the game over to the bullpen while Cease was laboring in the second inning. Cease tossed only 20 of his 44 pitches for strikes and induced only three swings and misses before La Russa pulled the plug on him. Given the short outing, Cease should be available to pitch as soon as Wednesday's Game 5, but it's unclear if La Russa will be eager to go back to the right-hander after the rough postseason debut.