White Sox move closer to ALCS with Game 2 win over Guardians
CBS MLB • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 6, 2026, 12:21 AM
Last updated Oct 6, 2026
The Chicago White Sox improved to 4-0 in the 2026 MLB postseason after defeating the Cleveland Guardians 4-3 in Game 2 of the American League Division Series on October 5. With this victory, the White Sox take a 2-0 lead in the best-of-five series, positioning themselves one win away from advancing to the AL Championship Series. Meanwhile, the Tampa Bay Rays also took a commanding 2-0 series lead after beating the New York Yankees 5-2, benefitting from their opponents' defensive struggles. Both teams now look to secure their place in the next round.
- •White Sox lead Guardians 2-0 in ALDS after Game 2 win.
- •Rays capitalize on Yankees' four errors to lead series 2-0.
- •Ben Rice hits two home runs but Yankees struggle overall.
- •Garrett Crochet trade pays off for White Sox with key contributions.
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"The White Sox are now 4-0 this postseason, and they've pushed the Guardians to the brink of elimination
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