Chicago White Sox Secure First Playoff Series Victory Since 2005

Greenville New Bern Washington, NC, September 30, 2026 — The Chicago White Sox have advanced in the MLB postseason, achieving their first playoff series victory in nearly two decades. The team swept the Houston Astros in the American League Wild Card Series.

The decisive win came in the final game of the series, where the White Sox defeated the Astros with a score of 7-3. This victory marks a significant milestone for the franchise, as it represents their first playoff series win since the 2005 season.

Details regarding the specific date of the final game, the location of the series, and individual player performances contributing to the 7-3 score were not provided in the summary. The Houston Astros were eliminated from the series following the White Sox’s victory.

The sweep signifies a strong performance by the Chicago White Sox in the initial round of the playoffs, advancing them further in their quest for the championship. The team’s last playoff series triumph prior to this was in 2005, indicating a long period without a similar postseason achievement.

Further information about the series matchups, including the number of games played to achieve the sweep, the pitchers involved, or key offensive plays, was not available in the provided summary. The club will proceed to the next round of the American League playoffs based on this series win.

Story summarized from the original created by KRISTIE RIEKEN, Associated Press on www.wnct.com, see more information here.

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