White Sox earn Game 1 win over Guardians in AL Division Series
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Last updated Oct 4, 2026
The Chicago White Sox secured a 3-0 victory against the Cleveland Guardians in Game 1 of the American League Division Series on October 3, 2026. Munetaka Murakami's fourth-inning home run provided the decisive runs, as the White Sox pitched effectively throughout the game. Hagen Smith started followed by Bryan Hudson and Grant Taylor, who combined for a shutout, ensuring the Guardians were kept at bay. The White Sox, coming off a Wild Card Series sweep over the Astros, now lead the series 1-0.
- •White Sox lead AL Division Series 1-0 against Guardians
- •Munetaka Murakami hit a pivotal home run in the fourth inning
- •Chicago's bullpen combined for a shutout of Cleveland
- •Hagen Smith, Bryan Hudson, and Grant Taylor pitched effectively
- •White Sox previously swept the Astros in the Wild Card Series
- 2:00 PMYahoo Sports — MLB Playoff Roundup: White Sox pull off Game 1 upset
"Chicago pulled off the lone road win across the Division Series openers.
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