Guardians and White Sox meet in pivotal AL Central matchup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 22, 2026, 11:16 PM
Last updated Jun 22, 2026
The Cleveland Guardians face the Chicago White Sox tonight at 6:40 p.m. CT in a crucial American League Central contest. This marks the first meeting of the season between the two teams, both vying for a stronger position in the division. The White Sox come into the game after a tough road trip, losing six of their last seven games, while the Guardians aim to build momentum behind starter Gavin Williams, who has a 9-4 record. White Sox pitcher Anthony Kay, who is 6-2, seeks to improve his ERA after recent struggles. Kyle Teel returns for Chicago, making his season debut after being activated from the injured list, while Edgar Quero has been sent down to Triple-A Charlotte.
- •First pitch scheduled for 6:40 p.m. CT at Rate Field.
- •White Sox lost six of seven games prior to this matchup.
- •Gavin Williams leads Guardians with a 9-4 record.
- •Kyle Teel makes season debut for White Sox after activation.
- •Anthony Kay aims to rebound from recent struggles on the mound.
- 11:16 PMYahoo Sports — Game Thread: Guardians (41-37) at White Sox (39-37)
"It’s a fight for first place, as Chicago and Cleveland meet for the first time in 2026
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