White Sox sweep Astros in wild-card series, advance to ALDS
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Last updated Oct 1, 2026
The Chicago White Sox completed a sweep of the Houston Astros in the American League wild-card series with a 7-3 victory on September 30. Chicago took control of the game with a four-run first inning and never looked back. Chase Meidroth’s three-run homer in the sixth secured the win. This marks the White Sox’s first postseason series victory since their sweep against the Astros in the 2005 World Series. The team will face the Cleveland Guardians in the ALDS starting October 3.
- •White Sox lead 4-0 after the first inning.
- •Chase Meidroth hit a decisive three-run homer.
- •This is White Sox's first playoff series win since 2005.
- •White Sox advance to play the Cleveland Guardians in the ALDS.
- •Houston Astros failed to capitalize on scoring opportunities.
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