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Chicago White Sox tied for first in AL Central amid resurgence

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 18, 2026, 6:22 PM

Last updated Jun 18, 2026

Chicago White Sox tied for first in AL Central amid resurgence

Summary

The Chicago White Sox are currently 38-34, tied for first place in the AL Central. This marks a significant improvement after a third consecutive 100-loss season. The team has shown resilience, winning 18 of their last 28 games, even without star rookie Munetaka Murakami, who is sidelined due to injury. Upcoming matchups against top teams could further test their newfound success and determination to compete within the division.

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By the Numbers

•White Sox have best start since 2021.
•Team went 24-17 since May 1.
•Murakami has missed three weeks due to a hamstring strain.
•Next week features a critical series against the Cleveland Guardians.
•Cleveland is missing José Ramirez for several weeks due to surgery.

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6:22 PMYahoo Sports — Chicago White Sox are proving that they're not just fun -- they're one of the American League's best

What they're saying

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Coming off a third consecutive 100-loss season, Chicago is 38-34 and tied for first in the AL Central.
— Yahoo Sportsby Russell Dorsey

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Yahoo SportsJun 18, 2026, 6:22 PM
Chicago White Sox are proving that they're not just fun -- they're one of the American League's best
Coming off a third consecutive 100-loss season, Chicago is 38-34 and tied for first in the AL Central.

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