Wild Card roundup: White Sox sweep while Cubs sleep
The South Siders take care of the Astros as the Yankees, Padres and Braves keep their October plans alive
Chicago White Sox break 21-year postseason silence with a 2-0 sweep of Houston Astros. The White Sox claimed their first postseason series victory since 2005, thanks to a strong offense and a reliable bullpen. Tim Teel, Miguel Vargas, and Munetaka Murakami led the way, combining for three runs in the first two games. The White Sox will face Cleveland in the ALDS.
Yankees dominate Red Sox, putting an end to Boston's postseason hopes. New York Yankees overpowered Boston Red Sox 18-2 across two games, thanks to Aaron Judge's absence and a dominant performance from Ben Rice. The Yankees will face Tampa Bay Rays in the ALDS.
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