Guardians Rally Past White Sox 9–3 in Postseason Clash

The Cleveland Guardians overcame an early deficit with a potent offense to defeat the Chicago White Sox 9–3 in their 2026 postseason matchup on October 7. Chicago took an initial lead in the bottom of the first inning when Kyle Teel doubled to right field, allowing Sam Antonacci to score and put the White Sox ahead 1–0.

Cleveland responded decisively in the third inning, erupting for four runs highlighted by Jo Adell’s three-run triple that drove in Steven Kwan, Jose Ramírez, and Chase DeLauter. Ramírez contributed two hits and two RBIs over four at-bats, including a crucial triple in the eighth inning that brought in two more runs. Brayan Rocchio and Adell each collected two hits, with Rocchio adding an RBI single in the ninth to extend the Guardians’ lead.

On the White Sox side, Sean Newcomb delivered a strong pitching effort, recording six outs while allowing only one hit and no runs. However, the offense struggled to keep pace after the first inning. Tristan Peters and Antonacci each notched a hit and drove in a run, with Peters doubling in the fourth to score Chase Meidroth. Despite these contributions, Chicago couldn’t overcome Cleveland’s offensive surge.

Foster Griffin provided solid innings for the Guardians, tallying eight outs with seven strikeouts and surrendering just two hits and one run. Cade Smith also contributed six outs without allowing a hit or run, reinforcing Cleveland’s pitching depth.

The Guardians’ balanced attack and timely hitting underpinned their victory, while the White Sox’s early lead faded under sustained pressure. Cleveland’s ability to capitalize on key moments ensured they controlled the game from the third inning onward, securing a 9–3 win to advance their postseason hopes.