
White Sox complete historic sweep of Astros, advance to ALDS
The Chicago White Sox defeated the Houston Astros 7-3 in Game 2 to complete a 2-0 sweep of the American League Wild Card Series. Chase Meidroth hit a three-run home run in the sixth inning to secure the victory, ending the Astros' season. This marks the White Sox's first postseason series win since 2005 and their first playoff series victory in 21 years. The team advances to the AL Division Series against the Cleveland Guardians, while the Chicago Cubs were eliminated by the San Diego Padres, ending hopes for a crosstown World Series.
