White Sox take 2-0 lead over Guardians in ALDS Game 2
2 sources • 2 min read • Latest: Oct 6, 2026, 3:41 AM
Last updated Oct 6, 2026
The Chicago White Sox secured a 4-3 victory against the Cleveland Guardians in Game 2 of the ALDS on October 5, 2026. Relief pitcher Sean Burke played a pivotal role, pitching 5.1 innings with six strikeouts and allowing just one hit. Anthony Kay opened the game but exited after 0.1 innings, with Burke and others helping to maintain the lead. The White Sox now have a chance to sweep the series in Game 3, scheduled for October 7 at Guaranteed Rate Field.
- •Sean Burke pitches 5.1 innings with 6 strikeouts and 1 hit allowed.
- •White Sox lead the ALDS 2-0 after defeating Guardians.
- •Game 3 is set for October 7 at Guaranteed Rate Field.
- •Chicago aims for their first ALCS appearance since 2021.
- •Guardians have won the AL Central division title for three consecutive years.
- 3:41 AMYahoo Sports — Stephen Vogt tips his cap to White Sox’s Sean Burke after ALDS Game 2
- 2:55 AMYahoo Sports — Sean Burke speaks up on silencing Guardians bats in ALDS Game 2
"The Chicago White Sox are on the verge of clinching a ticket to the American League Championship Series after defeating the Cleveland Guardians in Game 2 of this ALDS series on Monday. One of the biggest factors in the White Sox’s 4-3 victory was pitcher Sean Burke, who pitched a long relief job. Burke went 5 1/3 innings long in the game, allowing […] The post Stephen Vogt tips his cap to White Sox’s Sean Burke after ALDS Game 2 appeared first on ClutchPoints.
"The Chicago White Sox are feeling really good about themselves. On Monday, they took a 2-0 lead over the Cleveland Guardians in the ALDS with a 4-3 win. Relief pitcher Sean Burke played a crucial part. Altogether, Burke pitched 5.1 innings, recorded 6 strikeouts, and gave up one hit. After the game, Burke said things went according to plan , per […] The post Sean Burke speaks up on silencing Guardians bats in ALDS Game 2 appeared first on ClutchPoints.
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External links- Yahoo SportsOct 6, 2026, 3:41 AMStephen Vogt tips his cap to White Sox’s Sean Burke after ALDS Game 2
The Chicago White Sox are on the verge of clinching a ticket to the American League Championship Series after defeating the Cleveland Guardians in Game 2 of this ALDS series on Monday. One of the biggest factors in the White Sox’s 4-3 victory was pitcher Sean Burke, who pitched a long relief job. Burke went 5 1/3 innings long in the game, allowing […] The post Stephen Vogt tips his cap to White Sox’s Sean Burke after ALDS Game 2 appeared first on ClutchPoints.
- Yahoo SportsOct 6, 2026, 2:55 AMSean Burke speaks up on silencing Guardians bats in ALDS Game 2
The Chicago White Sox are feeling really good about themselves. On Monday, they took a 2-0 lead over the Cleveland Guardians in the ALDS with a 4-3 win. Relief pitcher Sean Burke played a crucial part. Altogether, Burke pitched 5.1 innings, recorded 6 strikeouts, and gave up one hit. After the game, Burke said things went according to plan , per […] The post Sean Burke speaks up on silencing Guardians bats in ALDS Game 2 appeared first on ClutchPoints.
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