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ALDS Game 1: White Sox shut out Guardians
The White Sox blanked the Guardians 3-0 in Game 1 of their AL Division Series, with Gavin Williams delivering a dominant performance before exiting. Williams struck out 11 batters over six innings, showcasing sharp command despite the loss. Chicago’s bullpen held firm afterward, combining for three scoreless frames to preserve the shutout. The victory gave the White Sox a 1-0 series lead, setting up a pivotal Game 2 matchup.
NLDS Game 2: Braves even series with Dodgers
Michael Harris II sparked Atlanta’s comeback with a go-ahead triple in the eighth inning, leading the Braves to a 3-2 win over the Dodgers. Harris scored the decisive run after Kris Bubic’s wild pitch allowed him to advance, breaking a 2-2 tie. Atlanta moved Chris Sale to Game, expressing zero regrets about the decision despite his early exit. The Braves now trail the series 1-1, with momentum shifting after stealing Game 2 on the road.
NLDS Game 2: Brewers take 2-0 lead
Jackson Chourio delivered a walk-off two-run single in the bottom of the ninth, lifting Milwaukee to a 2-1 victory over San Diego. The hit came off Padres closer Mason Miller with two outs and the bases loaded, capping a dramatic rally. Chourio’s hit extended Milwaukee’s postseason magic, giving them a 2-0 NLDS lead. The Brewers now sit one win away from advancing to the NLCS, relying on timely hitting and bullpen resilience.
ALDS Game 1: Rays dominate Yankees
Drew Rasmussen and Bryan Baker combined on a one-hit shutout as the Rays defeated the Yankees 5-0 in Game 1 of their ALDS. Rasmussen retired 18 consecutive batters after a first-inning single, while Baker closed with two perfect innings. Tampa Bay’s pitching staff held New York to just one hit, with Brett Phillips driving in two runs. The Rays now lead the series 1-0, showcasing their postseason pitching depth.
ALDS Game 2: Braves edge Dodgers
Atlanta capitalized on a Dodgers wild pitch in the seventh to score the go-ahead run, winning 2-1 to even the NLDS at 1-1. The Braves took advantage of a misplay by Los Angeles, with Michael Harris II advancing to third and scoring on the error. Atlanta’s pitching held firm afterward, limiting the Dodgers to just one run on five hits. The victory snapped Los Angeles’ momentum and set up a decisive Game 3 in Milwaukee.