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Guardians Complete Historic ALDS Comeback, Clinch ALCS Spot Against Rays
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Guardians Complete Historic ALDS Comeback, Clinch ALCS Spot Against Rays

The Cleveland Guardians defeated the Chicago White Sox 2-0 in Game 5 of the ALDS on Saturday, completing a 3-2 series comeback after falling behind 0-2. Pitcher Gavin Williams struck out 12 batters in 5.2 innings, tying a franchise postseason record, while José Ramírez hit a two-run home run in the fourth inning to provide the only runs. The Guardians advance to the ALCS to face the Tampa Bay Rays, while the White Sox end their season with a 0-2 record in winner-take-all playoff games.

via CBS Sports|
#chicago-white-sox#cleveland-guardians#gavin-williams
Guardians Erase 2-0 Deficit with Record 21 Strikeouts to Advance to ALCS
sports5 hours ago

Guardians Erase 2-0 Deficit with Record 21 Strikeouts to Advance to ALCS

The Cleveland Guardians completed a dramatic comeback against the Chicago White Sox, winning Game 5 of the American League Division Series 2-0 to advance to the ALCS. Cleveland overcame a 2-0 series deficit, striking out a postseason record 21 batters. The victory sets up a matchup against the Tampa Bay Rays, who swept the New York Yankees.

via Fox News|
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White Sox fans boo mystery first pitch as Guardians win 9-3 in ALDS Game 3
sports2 days ago

White Sox fans boo mystery first pitch as Guardians win 9-3 in ALDS Game 3

The Chicago White Sox lost 9-3 to the Cleveland Guardians in ALDS Game 3 on October 7, 2026, dropping to 2-1 in the series. The game was overshadowed by fan backlash over the ceremonial first pitch, which featured actor Belmont Cameli instead of the high-profile Chicago figures fans had speculated about. The White Sox had won the first two games on the road but failed to close out the series at home, with the Guardians scoring nine runs to overcome an early deficit.

via Fox News|
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White Sox Return to Rate Field to Clinch Series in 120-Year First
sports4 days ago

White Sox Return to Rate Field to Clinch Series in 120-Year First

The Chicago White Sox return home for Game 3 of the American League Division Series against the Cleveland Guardians, holding a 2-0 lead. A victory would advance Chicago to the American League Championship Series for the first time since 2005 and mark the first home-clinched playoff series since 1906. The team is 4-0 in the postseason, with all wins coming on the road. Before the game, veteran Tommy Pham publicly confronted a reporter over a perceived mischaracterization of his comments to MLB commissioner Rob Manfred, though the team has since returned to a lighthearted, unified atmosphere.

via Chicago Sun-Times|
#chicago-white-sox#cleveland-guardians#mlb-postseason
sports4 days ago

Sudden Sam McDowell, 1960s pitching ace, dies at 84

Sam McDowell, the left-handed pitcher known as 'Sudden Sam,' has died at age 84. MLB announced the news on October 6, 2026, without providing specific details on the cause of death. McDowell spent 11 of his 15 major league seasons with the Cleveland Indians, where he became a dominant force. He led the American League in strikeouts five times and won the ERA title in 1965. Although his career ended early due to alcohol addiction, he later became a licensed therapist and addiction consultant for the Baseball Assistance Team.

via ESPN|
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Sudden Sam McDowell, 1960s Strikeout King, Dies at 84
sports4 days ago

Sudden Sam McDowell, 1960s Strikeout King, Dies at 84

Sam McDowell, the left-handed pitcher known as 'Sudden Sam,' has died at age 84. A six-time All-Star, he dominated the American League in the late 1960s, leading in strikeouts five times and posting a 2.18 ERA in 1965. His career ended in 1975 due to alcohol addiction, but he later became a prominent addiction counselor for the Baseball Assistance Team.

via MLB Trade Rumors|
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White Sox Stun Guardians 4-3 to Take 2-0 ALDS Lead
sports4 days ago

White Sox Stun Guardians 4-3 to Take 2-0 ALDS Lead

The Chicago White Sox defeated the Cleveland Guardians 4-3 in Game 2 of the American League Division Series on Monday, securing a 2-0 series lead. Sean Burke, pitching out of the bullpen, allowed just one hit over 5.1 innings. The White Sox overcame a first-inning deficit caused by defensive errors, while the Guardians struggled to generate power against a White Sox pitching staff that utilized an unconventional opener strategy.

via Defector|
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White Sox Take 2-0 ALDS Lead Over Guardians Behind Burke's Gem
sports4 days ago

White Sox Take 2-0 ALDS Lead Over Guardians Behind Burke's Gem

The Chicago White Sox defeated the Cleveland Guardians 4-3 in Game 2 of the ALDS, taking a 2-0 series lead. Sean Burke pitched 5.1 innings, allowing just one hit, while the Guardians' offense struggled, managing only seven total hits and three runs across the first two games. Cleveland is now down 2-0 and must win three consecutive games to advance.

via Chicago Sun-Times|
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White Sox Overcome Early Chaos to Take 2-0 ALDS Lead
sports5 days ago

White Sox Overcome Early Chaos to Take 2-0 ALDS Lead

The Chicago White Sox defeated the Cleveland Guardians 4-3 in Game 2 of the American League Division Series on October 5, 2026, securing a 2-0 series lead. After falling behind 2-0 in the first inning due to pitching errors, the White Sox rallied behind Sean Burke's five-inning performance and a late offensive surge. Grant Taylor closed the game, extending his postseason streak. The White Sox now hold a commanding lead, needing only one more win to advance to the ALCS, while the Guardians face elimination after scoring just three runs in two games.

via Sox Machine|
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White Sox Clinch 2-0 ALDS Lead Behind Taylor's Gutsy Save and Guardians' Offensive Struggles
sports5 days ago

White Sox Clinch 2-0 ALDS Lead Behind Taylor's Gutsy Save and Guardians' Offensive Struggles

The Chicago White Sox defeated the Cleveland Guardians 4-3 in Game 2 of the American League Division Series on October 5, 2026, taking a commanding 2-0 series lead. The victory was secured by a late-inning comeback and a remarkable performance from relief pitcher Grant Taylor, who threw five innings across two days. The White Sox are now 4-0 in the postseason, with all wins coming on the road, while the Guardians face elimination after scoring only three runs in two games.

via Fox News|
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ALDS Game 2 Preview: White Sox Seek Series Clinch Against Guardians
sports5 days ago

ALDS Game 2 Preview: White Sox Seek Series Clinch Against Guardians

The Chicago White Sox lead the Cleveland Guardians 1-0 in the American League Division Series after a 3-0 victory in Game 1. Game 2 is scheduled for October 5, 2026, in Cleveland. The White Sox advanced to the postseason by sweeping the Houston Astros, while the Guardians received a divisional bye. Key roster changes include Chicago replacing Huascar Brazoban with rookie Tyler Davis and Cleveland excluding Rhys Hoskins due to a back injury.

via covers.com|
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Murakami's 440-Foot Blast and 'Dirty' Postgame Admission Ignite White Sox Playoff Hype
sports6 days ago

Murakami's 440-Foot Blast and 'Dirty' Postgame Admission Ignite White Sox Playoff Hype

The Chicago White Sox secured a 3-0 victory over the Cleveland Guardians in Game 1 of the AL Division Series on October 3, 2026, propelled by a two-run home run from rookie Munetaka Murakami. The 26-year-old Japanese star, in his first MLB season, hit a 440-foot blast with an exit velocity of 112.1 mph off pitcher Parker Messick in the fourth inning. Murakami’s performance, which included a single earlier in the game, gave the White Sox a 1-0 series lead. Following the win, Murakami gave a humorous postgame interview, describing his emotional reaction to the home run as 'a little bit dirty.' The White Sox, who previously swept the Houston Astros in the Wild Card round, are now in a strong position to advance to the ALCS, their first appearance since 2005.

via Awful Announcing|
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