Tigers face White Sox in critical playoff series opener
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 17, 2026, 3:30 PM
Last updated Sep 17, 2026
The Detroit Tigers and Chicago White Sox begin a four-game series in Chicago on September 17. Detroit, with a record of 72-80, is not in playoff contention, while the White Sox, at 77-75, hold the final American League playoff spot. Both teams have 10 games remaining this season. The Tigers have won 7 of their last 10 games, while the White Sox have only 3 wins in their last 10. The series could significantly impact Chicago's playoff hopes if Detroit performs well.
- •Detroit Tigers open series with a record of 72-80.
- •Chicago White Sox hold the final playoff spot with a 77-75 record.
- •Tigers are 5 games back of the White Sox in playoff chase.
- •White Sox perform better at home with a 43-31 record.
- •A sweep by the Tigers could tighten the playoff race.
- 3:30 PMYahoo Sports — Tigers Can Wreck the White Sox Playoff Push
"Detroit arrives in Chicago on a September heater with the White Sox playoff spot on the line. #Tigers
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