Cleveland Guardians Take 1-0 Lead Over Chicago White Sox

On Wednesday night at Progressive Field, the Cleveland Guardians defeated the Chicago White Sox 5-3 to take a 1-0 lead in the series. The Guardians sit second in the AL Central with a 46‑42 record and aim to close the gap on division‑leading White Sox.

Chicago holds the top spot at 45‑41 and will look to even the series in the next game. The matchup adds another chapter to a rivalry that could decide the Central’s postseason picture.