White Sox face pivotal series against Guardians in playoff race
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 14, 2026, 7:19 PM
Last updated Sep 14, 2026
The Chicago White Sox, currently 76-73, start a crucial series against the Cleveland Guardians on September 14. They are only 0.5 games ahead in the AL Central, making this a critical moment for their postseason aspirations. Scouts suggest that strong performances from pitchers Davis Martin and Sean Burke could be vital for the White Sox to maintain their playoff position. With the Guardians and other contenders close behind, the team must improve their starting pitching to secure a postseason spot.
- •White Sox are 0.5 games ahead of the Guardians in AL Central.
- •The team begins an important series against the Guardians on September 14.
- •Scouts identify pitchers Davis Martin and Sean Burke as key to postseason hopes.
- •Strong starting pitching is essential for Chicago to succeed in October.
- •The White Sox's strong bullpen and offensive capability remain intact.
- 7:19 PMYahoo Sports — White Sox's postseason hopes might rely on two breakout pitchers
"These two pitchers could be the difference between a postseason run and not.
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