White Sox Playoff Run
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- Kristie RiekenToronto Star
- Malik SmithNew York Post
- Ian MillerFox News
- Erich RichterNew York Post
- Matt LevyNew York Post
- Joe ReedyToronto Star
- Sean TreppediNew York Post
- Ryan CanfieldFox News
- Thomas Gamba-EllisNew York Post
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The White Sox, in the postseason for the first time since 2021, made a remarkable turnaround this year to become the only team in major league history to follow consecutive 100-loss seasons with a playoff berth.
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CLEVELAND (AP) — Munetaka Murakami hit a two-run homer, five Chicago pitchers combined for a three-hitter and the White Sox beat the Cleveland Guardians 3-0 in Game 1 of their AL Division Series on Saturday.
The AL West-winning Astros eked into the playoffs with an 81-81 record to become the first team to reach the postseason without a winning record.
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In Game 1 of their ALDS series, the Chicago White Sox defeated the Cleveland Guardians with a score of 3-0 thanks to Munetaka Murakami’s two-run homer and effective pitching from five Chicago pitchers who combined for a three-hitter with 12 strikeouts. Bryan Hudson earned the win while Grant Taylor secured the save by striking out six in four innings. The White Sox stifled Cleveland despite having their own bases…
MLB scores: Murakami homers, White Sox pitchers stifle Guardians in ALDS win →8 articles from Toronto Star on this storyWhite Sox player Munetaka Murakami admitted to having a "dirty" thought after hitting his first postseason home run during ALDS Game 1 against the Guardians on Saturday. When asked about his reaction after the homer, Murakami said through an interpreter that he couldn’t explain it but hinted at something inappropriate, which amused the press. The two-run home run contributed to Chicago’s 3-0 shutout victory over…
White Sox star Munetaka Murakami admits he had ‘dirty’ thought after homering in ALDS against rival Guardians →5 articles from New York Post on this storyThe Chicago White Sox defeated the Cleveland Guardians 3-0 in Game 1 of the American League Division Series on Saturday. Grant Taylor pitched an unprecedented four innings for the save, striking out six batters while allowing only two hits. This is the first time since 2017 that a reliever has recorded a four-inning save in a postseason game. The White Sox's Hagen Smith started but was relieved after loading the…
White Sox closer Grant Taylor records rare four-inning save as Chicago steals Game 1 of ALDS over Guardians →2 articles from Fox News on this storyThe Chicago White Sox defeated the Houston Astros 7-3 on Wednesday, sweeping their AL Wild Card Series and ending a 21-year playoff drought since winning a series against the same opponent in the 2005 World Series. Chase Meidroth hit a decisive three-run homer to secure the victory for the White Sox, who are now advancing to face Cleveland in the AL Division Series starting Saturday despite having lost over 100…
White Sox sweep aside Astros to end 21-year wait for playoff series win →2 articles from The Guardian on this storyAnalysis
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White Sox star Munetaka Murakami admits he had ‘dirty’ thought after homering in ALDS against rival Guardians
How it changed
- 29 Sep
HOUSTON (AP) — The Houston Astros are the first team to reach the postseason without a winning record.
- 30 Sep
The announced attendance was 34,011 in a park with a capacity of 40,963.
- 1 Oct
Chicago pounced on the Astros for four runs in the first inning, a day after scoring three in the first two innings of a 6-3 win.
- 3 Oct
CLEVELAND (AP) — Munetaka Murakami hit a two-run homer, five Chicago pitchers combined for a three-hitter and the White Sox beat the Cleveland Guardians 3-0 in Game 1 of their AL Division Series on Saturday.
- 4 Oct
“I can’t really explain it in words right now but it was something a little bit dirty,” said Murakami through an interpreter when asked what he yelled to the dugout.
Coverage 17 articles
4 Oct MLB scores: Murakami homers, White Sox pitchers stifle Guardians in ALDS winIn Game 1 of their ALDS series, the Chicago White Sox defeated the Cleveland Guardians with a score of 3-0 thanks to Munetaka Murakami’s two-run homer and effective pitching from five Chicago pitchers who combined for a three-hitter with 12 strikeouts. Bryan Hudson earned the win while Grant Taylor secured the save by striking out six in four innings. The White Sox stifled Cleveland despite having their own bases…Toronto Star
4 Oct White Sox star Munetaka Murakami admits he had ‘dirty’ thought after homering in ALDS against rival GuardiansWhite Sox player Munetaka Murakami admitted to having a "dirty" thought after hitting his first postseason home run during ALDS Game 1 against the Guardians on Saturday. When asked about his reaction after the homer, Murakami said through an interpreter that he couldn’t explain it but hinted at something inappropriate, which amused the press. The two-run home run contributed to Chicago’s 3-0 shutout victory over…New York Post
4 Oct Murakami’s 2-run homer sparks White Sox to 3-0 win in Game 1 of AL Division Series vs. GuardiansMunetaka Murakami hit a crucial two-run home run in the fourth inning, which helped the Chicago White Sox secure a 3-0 victory over the Cleveland Guardians in Game 1 of their American League Division Series. The homer came after the White Sox prevented the Guardians from scoring with runners on base in the third inning. Manager Will Venable praised Murakami’s contribution, noting that his timely hit was key to the…Toronto Star
3 Oct White Sox closer Grant Taylor records rare four-inning save as Chicago steals Game 1 of ALDS over GuardiansThe Chicago White Sox defeated the Cleveland Guardians 3-0 in Game 1 of the American League Division Series on Saturday. Grant Taylor pitched an unprecedented four innings for the save, striking out six batters while allowing only two hits. This is the first time since 2017 that a reliever has recorded a four-inning save in a postseason game. The White Sox's Hagen Smith started but was relieved after loading the…Fox News- 3 Oct White Sox beat Guardians 3-0 in Game 1 of ALDS behind Murakami homer, 3-hitterIn the first game of their American League Division Series, the Chicago White Sox defeated the Cleveland Guardians by a score of 3-0. Munetaka Murakami hit a two-run homer, and the White Sox pitching staff combined for a three-hitter with 12 strikeouts. The win advances Chicago to Game 2 on Monday in Cleveland after winning nine out of their last eleven games including sweeping Houston in the wild card round.Toronto Star
3 Oct White Sox vs. Guardians prediction, odds: Back Chicago to stay hot in ALDS Game 1The article predicts the outcome of Game 1 in the American League Division Series (ALDS) between the Chicago White Sox and Cleveland Guardians. It highlights the White Sox's turnaround from a historically poor team to playoff contenders, focusing on key acquisitions like Miguel Vargas and Munetaka Murakami. The prediction favors the White Sox at +129 odds on DraftKings due to their powerful offense against…New York Post
3 Oct Guardians, White Sox renew AL Central rivalry as Division Series opens in ClevelandThe Cleveland Guardians and Chicago White Sox open their AL Division Series rivalry in Cleveland, with Game 1 set for Saturday. Despite a close regular-season series where each team won seven games, the Guardians clinched the division title and will face off against Chicago, which recently swept Houston in the Wild Card round. Both teams feature young rosters; the Guardians could have up to seven players making…Toronto Star
1 Oct White Sox win first playoff series in 21 years. Get ALDS tickets nowThe Chicago White Sox have won their first playoff series in 21 years and will face the Cleveland Guardians in a best-of-five American League Division Series starting October 3 at Progressive Field. The White Sox are expected to announce their starting pitcher for Game 1; Davis Martin is a possible option against Parker Messick of the Guardians, who has a 12-9 record this season with a 2.56 ERA. Tickets for games in…New York Post
1 Oct With their playoff slump broken and a pope on their side, the White Sox want more this OctoberChicago White Sox manager Will Venable expressed his team's ambition to advance further in the playoffs after they won their first series since 2005 by sweeping the Houston Astros in the AL Wild Card Series. The victory, secured with a 7-3 win on Thursday, marks an impressive turnaround for the franchise, which had lost over 100 games each of the last three seasons before making a 24-game improvement to clinch a…Toronto Star
1 Oct White Sox pounce early, finish sweep of Astros for first playoff series win since 2005The Chicago White Sox secured their first playoff series win since 2005 by sweeping the Houston Astros in the American League Wild Card Series with a 7-3 victory on Wednesday. The decisive run came early as the White Sox scored four runs in the first inning, including a crucial three-run homer from Chase Meidroth in the sixth inning. This series win marks an impressive turnaround for Chicago, who were 100-loss teams…Toronto Star
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1 Oct White Sox sweep aside Astros to end 21-year wait for playoff series winThe Chicago White Sox defeated the Houston Astros 7-3 on Wednesday, sweeping their AL Wild Card Series and ending a 21-year playoff drought since winning a series against the same opponent in the 2005 World Series. Chase Meidroth hit a decisive three-run homer to secure the victory for the White Sox, who are now advancing to face Cleveland in the AL Division Series starting Saturday despite having lost over 100…The Guardian
30 Sep ‘We don’t need boos’: Astros players frustrated as own fans turn on them in playoffsDuring the Houston Astros' AL wildcard series against the Chicago White Sox at Daikin Park, sparse attendance and fan dissatisfaction led to boos directed at players despite their struggles. First baseman Christian Walker expressed frustration over fans booing instead of supporting the team. The game had an announced attendance of 34,011 in a stadium with a capacity of 40,963, marking a stark contrast from typical…The Guardian
30 Sep Astros ‘pretty pissed off’ about boos, low attendance in Game 1 loss to White SoxAfter losing Game 1 of their playoff series against the White Sox with a score of 6-3 at Dalkin Park, the Houston Astros criticized fan support during the game. The announced attendance was 34,011, about 21 percent below a full house for the playoff match. Reliever Bennett Sousa and first baseman Christian Walker expressed frustration over the boos and lack of fan energy, despite some cheers for standout…New York Post
30 Sep Chicago White Sox stun Houston Astros to take 1-0 lead in American League Wild Card SeriesIn the American League Wild Card Series, the Chicago White Sox defeated the Houston Astros 6-2 on Tuesday at Daikin Park, taking a 1-0 series lead. The White Sox capitalized on Houston's struggling bullpen, scoring early and often without needing a hit in the first inning. Key contributors for Chicago included Munetaka Murakami with two runs scored, Colson Montgomery with a solo home run, and rookie Hagen Smith who…Fox News
30 Sep White Sox strike first in AL wild card, beating Astros 6-3 in Game 1The Chicago White Sox defeated the Houston Astros 6-3 in the first game of their American League Wild Card Series on Tuesday. Colson Montgomery hit a solo home run and Sam Antonacci drove in two runs for the White Sox, who made a significant turnaround this season to qualify for the playoffs despite losing over 100 games in each of the previous three seasons. The Astros, with an 81-81 record, became the first team…Toronto Star
29 Sep White Sox vs. Astros Wild Card prediction, best bets: Miguel Vargas shines in Game 1The Houston Astros will face the Chicago White Sox in the American League Wild Card series starting Tuesday at Daikin Park, with Houston favored as -125 moneyline favorites. Despite having a worse regular season record, Houston benefits from hosting due to winning their division and holds a 5-2 edge over Chicago during the regular season. However, Houston’s starter for Game 1, AJ Blubaugh, is typically a reliever…New York Post
29 Sep A pair of unlikely playoff teams collide as the Astros face the White Sox in AL Wild Card SeriesHouston Astros and Chicago White Sox will face each other in a best-of-three AL Wild Card Series starting Tuesday in Houston, marking an unusual playoff matchup. The Astros reached the postseason with an 81-81 record, their worst ever for making the playoffs, while the White Sox turned around from losing over 100 games two seasons ago to clinch the final wild card spot at 84-78 under new manager Will Venable. Both…Toronto Star
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