Frequently Asked Questions
When was the last time the White Sox won a playoff series before this one?
The White Sox' last playoff series victory came nearly 21 years ago, during Game 4 of the 2005 World Series. Their sweep of the Astros ended that 21-year drought.
What MLB history did the White Sox make by sweeping the Astros?
The White Sox became the first team in MLB history to hold a lead after every inning of a multi-game postseason series. That's a record that came despite their youth, inexperience, and lack of depth in the starting rotation.
How did Chase Meidroth come up big for the White Sox in the ALDS clincher?
With two runners in scoring position in the sixth inning, Meidroth launched a 390-foot three-run homer off Bryan Abreu to left field, blowing the game open and giving Chicago a commanding lead. He flipped his bat and pumped his fist as he rounded the bases, sending the dugout into a frenzy.
How did Anthony Kay help the White Sox escape the Astros' biggest threat in Game 3?
Kay entered in the fifth inning with the bases loaded, a one-run lead on the line, and Yordan Alvarez and Jose Altuve standing in his way. He got Alvarez to fly out and then finished Altuve with a changeup low in the zone on just his second pitch, escaping the jam without allowing a run.
Who do the White Sox face next after sweeping the Astros in the Wild Card Series?
The White Sox advance to the ALDS, where they will face the Cleveland Guardians. The article describes it as a chance to settle unfinished business against their AL Central rivals.
Mitchell Kaminski
I’m a Bradley University Sports Communication graduate with five years covering the Chicago White Sox and experience broadcasting for ESPN-partnered Bradley Athletics. I’ve worked as a radio play-by-play announcer in Missouri and currently serve as a TV reporter for ABC 17 News in Columbia.
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