The Chicago White Sox defeated the Cleveland Guardians 3-0 in Game 1 of the American League Division Series on Saturday. Munetaka Murakami hit a two-run home run in the fourth inning. Five White Sox pitchers combined to allow just three hits. The game took place in Cleveland, Ohio.
The White Sox limited the Guardians to minimal offensive production. Murakami’s homer was the only run scored by Chicago. The pitching staff held Cleveland to no runs and just three hits. The victory gives the White Sox a 1-0 series lead.
This is the first ALDS appearance for both teams in several years. The White Sox have not reached the postseason in over a decade. The Guardians, meanwhile, are making their first playoff run since 2019. The series continues with Game 2 on Monday.
